Analyze Break into separate parts and discuss, examine, or interpret each party. Compare Examine two or more things. Identify similarities and differences. Describe Give a detailed account. Make a picture with words. List characteristics, qualities, and parts. Discuss Consider and debate or argue the pros and cons of an issue. Write about and conflict. Compare and contrast. Evaluate Give your opinion or cite the opinion of an expert. Include evidence to support the evaluation.
Summarize Give a brief, condensed account. Include conclusions. Avoid unnecessary details. Explain Make an idea clear. Logically show how a concept is developed and provide reasons. Illustrate Give concrete examples. Explain clearly by using comparisons or examples. Prove Support with facts (especially facts presented in class or in the test.)