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UP tips from the Evaluators – Absolute Verbs Written by Carol Patton, FPSP Program Director A large amount of FPS evaluation discussion revolves around Step 2 – Underlying Problem and the use of absolute verbs. Actually, there are not that many absolute verbs used in FPS. The dictionary defines absolute as free from imperfection; perfect. The most common absolute verbs found in student booklets are guarantee, eliminate, insure, ensure, stop, prevent, and prohibit. These verbs indicate that the key verb phrase mandate will be done with no possibility of failure. It is difficult to stop prejudice or prevent discrimination especially in a global context. Future scene writers are asked to think globally in developing the future scenes. Placing the verb help before any of these verbs does NOT make a difference. HELP is not a helping verb and should not be used as such. Additionally, do not use educate because everything is education! Many evaluators spend too much time determining whether the verb is absolute or not. The verbs maintain, establish, supervise, standardize, convince, and provide are not absolute verbs. When in doubt, check the dictionary rather than relying on your personal interpretation. The goal of evaluation is to give points, not take them away.