| A | B |
| analyze | break down into pieces |
| compare | tell how they are alike |
| contrast | tell how they are different |
| describe | tell everything about it, give details |
| evaluate | judge; list good and bad |
| explain | tell how and why |
| formulate | make a plan, come up with an idea |
| indicate | point; show |
| infer | read between the lines; make a guess based on information |
| precede | to come before in order of time or position |
| predict | guess what will happen in the future |
| refer | to direct the attention or thought |
| summarize | retll the main parts; keep it short |
| support | provide your reasons; back up what you say |
| trace | list in steps |