AQA GCSE Sciences Command Words Decoded - FREE resource

Decode the command words that cost students marks. Clear meanings, examples and pitfalls to help every learner understand exactly what exam questions are asking.

The essential guide to exam command words — clear meanings, examples, pitfalls and model responses

Students don’t lose marks because they don’t know the science. They lose marks because they don’t understand what the question is actually asking.

Command Words Decoded is a completely FREE resource that guides the break down of exam language used across all AQA GCSE Sciences. Each section explains exactly what a command word means, what students must include, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that cost marks every year.

Perfect for Grade 4–5 movers, high achievers, intervention groups, revision sessions, homework boosts and whole class clarity.

Each section includes:
• What the command word really means (student friendly clarity)
• What students must include to access the marks
•**Common pitfalls **and how to avoid them
• Example answers

Command words covered include: describe, explain, compare, evaluate, analyse, suggest, calculate, determine, justify, assess, outline, and state.

A simple, powerful resource that removes a universal barrier — and it’s completely free.

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