instructions often used in essay questions & their meanings
Account for
give the reasons for
Analyse
examine in-depth and describe the main characteristics of
Assess
weigh up the elements of and arrive at a conclusion about
Comment
give an opinion on and provide evidence for your views
Compare
bring out the similarities between
Evaluate
weigh up or appraise; find a numerical value for (in mathematics)
Explain
make the meaning of something clear
Summarise
without illustrations, provide a brief account of when more than one instruction is given, make sure you carry out both (compare and contrast; describe and explain)