BioNinja

Assessment Objective 1

• Term

  Definition

• Define

  Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity.
  

• Draw

  Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a pencil. A ruler (straight edge) should be used for straight lines. Diagrams should be drawn to scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted (if appropriate) and joined in a straight line or smoove curve.
  

• Label

  Add labels to a diagram.
  

• List

  Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation.
  

• Measure

  Obtain a value for a quantity
  

• State

  Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation.

Assessment Objective 2

• Term

  Definition

• Annotate

  Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.
  

• Calculate

  Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working.
  

• Describe

  Give a detailed account.
  

• Distinguish

  Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items.
  

• Estimate

  Obtain an approximate value.
  

• Identify

  Provide an answer from a number of possibilities.
  

• Outline

  Give a brief account or summary.

Assessment Objective 3

• Term

  Definition

• Analyse

  Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure.
  

• Comment

  Give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation.
  

• Compare

  Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.
  

• Contrast

  Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.
  

• Construct

  Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form.
  

• Deduce

  Reach a conclusion from the information given.
  

• Design

  Produce a plan, simulation or model.
  

• Determine

  Obtain the only possible answer.
  

• Discuss

  Offer a considered and balanced review that includes a range of arguments, factors or hypotheses. Opinions or conclusions should be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.
  

• Evaluate

  Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.
  

• Explain

  Give a detailed account including reasons or causes.
  

• Justify

  Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion.
  

• Predict

  Give an expected result.
  

• Sketch

  Represent by means of a diagram or graph (labelled as appropriate). The sketch should give a general idea of the required shape or relationship, and should include relevant features.
  

• Suggest

  Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer.