| discuss and explain in what ways X is true and in what ways X is not true. |
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| take apart an idea, concept or statement in order to consider all the factors it consists of. |
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| set items side by side and show their similarities and differences. |
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| describe and give your thoughts on the subject. |
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| give only the reasons for a position or argument. Answer the main objections likely to be made of them. |
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| give the reasons for the subject of the question. |
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| explain the precise meaning of a concept. |
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| state and briefly describe in logical or chronological order the stages (steps) in the development of something |
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| express the relevant points briefly and clearly without lengthy discussion or minor details. |
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| decide and explain how great, valuable or important something is. |
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| give the main points and not the details about a subject. |
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| give examples to demonstrate or prove the subject of the question. |
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| give a rather detailed and exact explanation of an idea or principle, or a set of reasons for a situation or attitude. |
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| point out mistakes or weaknesses, and indicate any favourable aspects of the subject of the question. |
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| explain an item or concept, and give details about it |
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| point out only the differences between two items. |
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| explain what something means, make it clear (lucid). |
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| examine the subject thoroughly and consider it from a variety of viewpoints. |
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| demonstrate the logical arguments and evidence connected with a proposition. |
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| says what something is like, how it works and so on. |
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