Constructing Objective-Type Tests

What is the primary advantage of using multiple-choice questions in assessments?

• They are the easiest to write

• They test only rote memory

• They are versatile and can assess various cognitive levels

• They always include “none of the above” as an option

Which of the following should be avoided when constructing multiple-choice questions?

• Using clear and simple language

• Using vague modifiers like "usually" or "often"

• Making all distractors plausible

• Ensuring grammatical consistency with the stem

What is a key guideline when creating matching-type items?

• Use fewer options than stems

• Arrange options randomly

• Match homogeneous items

• Make options longer than stems

What is a common pitfall in multiple-choice item writing?

• Packing the question in the stem

• Using items with overlapping meanings

• Making distractors equally attractive

• Using short stems

In matching type tests, what ensures that students can’t just guess the correct answer through elimination?

• Using fewer options than questions

• Providing more stems than options

• Providing more options than stems

• Including "None of the above" in choices