Command words

Here are some examples.

positive + positive

and Roots are usually underground and anchor the plant in the ground.

but Command words

positive + negative The roots underground continue to live but the parts of the plant above ground might die in harsh conditions. because

fact or situation + why Plants can absorb minerals from soil because they have roots. so

fact or situation + result Plants have roots so they can absorb minerals from the soil. Science questions often start with ‘Name’, ‘State’, ‘Describe’ or ‘Explain’. You need to know how to answer these questions correctly. Command words Answer Name Give the name of the person, object or animal. State Give brief information. Describe Say what happens. SAMPLE

Explain Say why something happens.