Bloom's Taxonomy of Questions Worksheet

Examples of verbs used in each of Bloom's levels.

Knowledge:
Recall information.

  • define
  • list
  • recognize
  • match
  • label
  • name
  • Sample:
    Define streambank, floodplain and substrate.
    Draw and label a diagram of a typical stream.

    Application:
    Apply knowledge or generalize to new situation.

  • apply
  • interpret
  • use
  • demonstrate
  • sketch
  • dramatize
  • illustrate
  • solve
  • prepare
  • Sample:
    Dramatize some of the problems a homeowner might encounter by building in a floodplain.

    Synthesis:
    Bring together parts of knowledge to form a whole and build relationships for new situations.

  • arrange
  • create
  • prepare
  • compare
  • design
  • propose
  • construct
  • organize
  • write
  • Sample:
    Design an environmentally responsible subdivision to be built near the Tangipahoa River.

    Comprehension:
    Interpret information in your own words.

  • classify
  • report
  • describe
  • select
  • discuss
  • translate
  • Sample:
    Describe in your own words what happens when a stream's velocity slows.

    Analysis:
    Break down knowledge into parts and show relationship among parts.

  • categorize
  • criticize
  • examine
  • compare
  • differentiate
  • question
  • contrast
  • discriminate
  • test
  • Sample:
    Contrast building in the coastal zone with building in a river floodplain.

    Evaluation:
    Make judgement on the basis of established criteria.

  • assess
  • estimate
  • select
  • attack
  • evaluate
  • support
  • defend
  • score
  • value
  • Sample:
    Decide whether you are in favor of building on a floodplain; defend your position in a debate.

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