#1
Which of the following is a formative assessment?
Final exam
Midterm exam
Homework assignment
Standardized test
#2
What is the purpose of a formative assessment in the learning process?
To summarize overall performance at the end of a course
To provide feedback during the learning process
To measure mastery of specific content standards
To rank students based on their performance
#3
What is the purpose of a norming group in the context of standardized testing?
To create a set of challenging questions
To establish a baseline for interpreting test scores
To administer the test to a diverse group of students
To score the test using a predetermined rubric
#4
Which of the following is an advantage of using a holistic scoring approach in essay assessments?
Facilitates detailed analysis of specific components
Encourages subjective judgment
Provides a quick overall assessment of the entire response
Requires the use of a detailed rubric
#5
In educational assessments, what does the term 'criterion-referenced' mean?
Evaluating student performance based on a predetermined set of criteria
Referring to external standards for grading
Comparing students to their peers
Measuring subjective aspects of learning
#6
Which of the following is a characteristic of effective feedback in educational assessments?
Providing only positive comments
Being vague and general
Focusing on specific strengths and areas for improvement
Avoiding feedback on student performance
#7
What does the acronym 'SAT' stand for in the context of standardized testing?
Scholastic Aptitude Test
Standardized Assessment Test
Scholarship Achievement Test
Student Achievement Test
#8
Which type of validity assesses whether a test measures the intended construct or trait?
Content validity
Concurrent validity
Construct validity
Criterion-related validity
#9
What is the primary purpose of norm-referenced assessments?
To measure individual achievement in relation to a specific set of criteria
To compare an individual's performance to the performance of a group
To assess mastery of specific content standards
To evaluate problem-solving skills
#10
Which of the following is an advantage of using open-ended questions in assessments?
Quick grading process
Limited interpretation by students
Allows for diverse responses and creativity
Standardized scoring
#11
In educational assessment, what is the purpose of a portfolio?
To store textbooks and study materials
To showcase a collection of a student's work over time
To administer standardized tests
To grade multiple-choice exams
#12
Which type of validity assesses the degree to which test scores correlate with other measures of the same construct?
Content validity
Concurrent validity
Construct validity
Criterion-related validity
#13
In educational assessment, what does the term 'rubric' refer to?
A type of multiple-choice question
A scoring guide with criteria for performance
A type of essay question
A method for random sampling
#14
Which assessment method is often used to measure a student's ability to apply knowledge to real-world situations?
Multiple-choice test
Authentic assessment
Standardized test
Objective test
#15
In educational assessment, what does the term 'reliability' refer to?
Consistency and stability of test scores
Fairness in test administration
Alignment with content standards
Subjectivity in scoring
#16
Which assessment method is best suited for evaluating a student's ability to perform a complex task or solve a real-world problem?
True/false test
Performance-based assessment
Fill-in-the-blank test
Matching test
#17
What is the primary focus of authentic assessment?
Measuring rote memorization
Evaluating problem-solving skills in real-world contexts
Standardizing test conditions
Assessing speed and accuracy in completing tasks
#18
Which term refers to the extent to which a test accurately measures what it intends to measure?
Reliability
Validity
Consistency
Objectivity