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Matching and tables
Process Command words
Definition
Tick or match each statement to the right column (for example ORM v SQL, SAST v DAST).
Example: 2025 Q9 (ORM and SQL) and Q13 (SAST and DAST).
Found in: 2025 HSC marking guidelines, sample exam and familiarisation guidelines, school notes, past SDD papers.
Where it is used in the test
Syllabus area: Command words.
Question types it can appear in
- Matching or table: Match it to its description, example or category.
Study links
- Flashcard: Matching and tables in Command Words and Question-type Skills · study that set
- Memorise: Exam day facts, key verbs and technique
How to use it in an answer
How to approach it
Tick or match each statement to the right column (for example ORM v SQL, SAST v DAST).
Pattern: 2025 Q9 (ORM and SQL) and Q13 (SAST and DAST).
Tips
- Answer the command word: outline gives main points only, explain gives a reason or cause, discuss gives both sides.
Related terms
Same group in the syllabus: Multiple choice (MC) · Multi-select · Drag-and-drop ordering · Fill in the blanks and dropdowns · Drawing questions (online tool) · Pseudocode questions · Python questions · SQL questions · Short-answer questions · Extended response (5 to 6 marks) · Reading time