Buzz Vocabulary Handout

“Light” Vocabulary Words Buzz Word Explain Summarize

I am expected to: Give reasons or steps. Answer why and/or how. Briefly state the main points.

Compare

Point out similarities (the ways they are the same).

Contrast

Point out differences.

Illustrate

Give examples.

Discuss

Tell about the topic from all angles or perspectives.

List

Don’t give details; just give the items.

Justify Apply Generalize Predict Support Conclude Judge Describe

Give proof, show evidence (from the text or content). Explain how the concept could work in other situations. Draw conclusions, summarize, or give the “big picture”. Make an educated guess based on what you already know. Give reasons and examples as evidence to prove your point. Make a decision based on the evidence. Decide on the value or give an opinion about what you think is best. Give details using the five senses or answer who, what, when, where, why, and how.