Formative and Summative Test

What is the main purpose of a formative test?

• To determine final grades

• To guide and improve learning during the process

• To rank students based on their performance

• To compare students' scores with national standards

Which of the following is an example of a summative assessment?

• Exit tickets

• Midterm exam

• Think-pair-share activity

• Classroom discussion

A teacher gives weekly quizzes to check students' understanding of new grammar rules. This is an example of:

• Formative assessment

• Summative assessment

• Placement test

• Standardized test

When should summative assessments typically be administered?

• At the beginning of the course

• During the learning process

• At the end of a unit or course

• After every class discussion

What is the key difference between formative and summative assessments?

• Formative assessments are high-stakes, while summative assessments are low-stakes

• Formative assessments focus on feedback and improvement, while summative assessments focus on final outcomes

• Summative assessments involve student collaboration, while formative assessments do not

• Summative assessments do not affect grades, while formative assessments do

A summative assessment is always graded and contributes to a student’s final mark.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Formative assessments help teachers adjust their instruction based on student needs.

• TRUE

• FALSE

A teacher giving oral feedback after a student presentation is an example of a summative test.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Summative assessments are designed to measure long-term student progress at the end of an instructional period.

• TRUE

• FALSE

A self-assessment activity where students reflect on their learning is considered a summative assessment.

• TRUE

• FALSE