Glossary

**Note** These terms are defined in the specific context of the rubrics.

accurately ---without errors

analyze-- to examine methodically by separating into parts and studying their interrelations

cite -- to quote as an authority or example; to mention or bring forward as support,illustration, or proof

compare-- to examine in order to note similarities or differences

contrast-- to set in opposition in order to note similarities or differences

define -- to state the precise meaning of a word or concept

describe -- to give an account of, in speech or in writing

discuss -- to examine or consider a subject, in speech or in writing

evaluate --to examine and judge carefully

evidence -- items or information, which support a conclusion or argument

explain -- to make plain or comprehensible; to offer reasons for or a cause of; justify

explicit --clearly and directly stated

interpret --to provide one explanation for the meaning of something

outline -- to give a general description or summarization covering the main points of a subject

persuade -- to undertake a course of action or embrace a point of view by means of argument or reasoning

present -- to offer for observation, examination, or consideration; show or display

specify -- to state explicitly or in detail

summarize-- to present the substance in a condensed form

support-- to provide evidence in favor of a statement or position