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Englisch Abitur 2011: schriftliche Prüfung
Operatoren Definitionen Beispiele
characterise describe the particular qualities, fea- • Characterise the princitures
and / or traits of a figure in a
pal figures in the play.
piece of literature, an approach, or a • Characterise the com-
strategy, generalising from the details pany’s approach to
referred to in the text
marketing.
contrast
emphasise the differences between Contrast the author’s idea
two or more things
of human aggression with
the theories of aggression
you have read about.
examine cf. analyse cf. analyse
explain describe and define in detail
Explain the protagonist’s
obsession with money.
illustrate use examples to explain or make clear Illustrate the author’s use
of metaphorical language.
für die Anforderungsbereiche II und III
compare
interpret
assess
comment
discuss
justify
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point out similarities and differences Compare X’s and Y’s views
on education.
make clear the meaning of sth. and Interpret the message the
give your own views on it
author wishes to convey.
für den Anforderungsbereich III
consider in a balanced way the points
for and against sth.
state clearly your opinions on the topic
in question and support your views
with evidence
investigate or examine by argument;
give reasons for
and against
show adequate grounds for decisions
or conclusions
Assess the importance of
standards in education.
Comment on the suggestion
made in the text that a
‘lack of women in the
armed forces demonstrates
a weakness in the
role of women in society.’
Discuss the implications of
globalisation as presented
in this text.
You are the principal of a
school.
Justify your decision to
forbid smoking on the
school premises.