EA TOPIC 4

What is the meaning of an objective test?

• A test requiring lengthy essays

• A test using symbols only

• A test whose answers are not influenced by the evaluator's bias

• A test requiring the use of images

Why are objective tests popularly used?

• Easier to read

• Reduces stress for students

• Scores are not influenced by evaluator preferences

• All of the above

Which of the following is a type of objective test?

• Long essay

• Matching questions

• Subjective questions

• All of the above

What is the main advantage of true-false questions?

• Does not take long to mark

• Measures students' writing skills

• Eliminates the need for precise answers

• Involves emotions in learning

How are short answer questions evaluated?

• Based on the length of the answer

• Based on spelling clarity

• Based on accuracy of the answer

• Based on writing style

What is the main disadvantage of objective tests?

• Difficult to prepare

• Tests factual knowledge only

• Less encouraging for critical thinking

• All of the above

How can objective questions be made to work effectively?

• Use complex language

• Contain more than one correct answer

• Provide clear and concise instructions

• Avoid short questions

Matching questions are suitable for?

• Testing relationships between two concepts

• Measuring writing skills

• Testing data analysis skills

• All of the above

What is the purpose of distractors in MCQs?

• To indirectly provide the correct answer

• To ensure all students choose the same answer

• To test the confidence of students

• To confuse students with less understanding

What is a major disadvantage of true-false questions?

• Scores are often unreliable

• Students only need to guess, with a 50% chance of being correct

• Answers are too complex to prepare

• All of the above