MCQs- Testing and Evaluation

1.The term "curriculum" is derived from the Latin word "currare," which means:

A. List of contents

B. Race course / to run

C. Learning objectives

D. Teaching methodology

Answer: B. Race course / to run

 

2.Which of the following is a characteristic of a syllabus rather than a curriculum?

A. Based on ideologies and philosophies

B. Purely academic in nature

C. Largely administrative

D. Abstract set of goals

Answer: B. Purely academic in nature

 

3.Which of the following is NOT one of Hilda Taba’s curriculum principles?

A. Diagnosis of needs

B. Selection of learning experience

C. Standardized testing

D. Organization of content

Answer: C. Standardized testing

 

4.The step in curriculum development where teachers decide what students should learn is called:

A. Selection of content

B. Formation of objectives

C. Organization of learning experience

D. Evaluation

Answer: B. Formation of objectives

 

5.Which curriculum model emphasizes "learning by doing" and is associated with John Dewey?

A. Classical Humanism

B. Reconstruction (Objectives Model)

C. Progressivism (Process Model)

D. Behaviorism

Answer: C. Progressivism (Process Model)

 

6.A syllabus that focuses on language functions like requesting, apologizing, and suggesting is called:

A. Structural syllabus

B. Functional syllabus

C. Situational syllabus

D. Lexical syllabus

Answer: B. Functional syllabus

 

7.Which syllabus type is based on real-life tasks such as making a phone call or using a map?

A. Thematic syllabus

B. Task-based syllabus

C. Notional syllabus

D. Grammatical syllabus

Answer: B. Task-based syllabus

 

8.Which type of assessment is used to identify students' strengths and weaknesses before instruction?

A. Formative assessment

B. Summative assessment

C. Diagnostic assessment

D. Ipsative assessment

Answer: C. Diagnostic assessment

 

9.A test that compares a student’s current performance with their past performance is called:

A. Norm-referenced test

B. Criterion-referenced test

C. Ipsative assessment

D. Proficiency test

Answer: C. Ipsative assessment

 

10. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good test in ELT?

A. Validity

B. Reliability

C. Subjectivity

D. Practicality

Answer: C. Subjectivity

 

11. A test that measures what it is supposed to measure is said to have:

A. Reliability

B. Validity

C. Usability

D. Authenticity

Answer: B. Validity

 

12. If a test consistently yields similar results under similar conditions, it is considered to have:

A. Validity

B. Objectivity

C. Reliability

D. Practicality

Answer: C. Reliability

 

13. A test is said to be practical when it is:

A. Expensive and time-consuming

B. Easy to administer, score, and interpret

C. Focused on one skill only

D. Taken by a small group of students

Answer: B. Easy to administer, score, and interpret

 

14. Which characteristic of a good test ensures freedom from scorer bias and personal judgment?

A. Reliability

B. Practicality

C. Objectivity

D. Face validity

Answer: C. Objectivity

 

15. Which type of validity is concerned with whether a test actually measures the theoretical construct or skill it is intended to measure?

A. Content Validity

B. Face Validity

C. Construct Validity

D. Predictive Validity

Answer: C. Construct Validity

 

16. A grammar test that covers all the grammar topics taught in the syllabus demonstrates:

A. Construct Validity

B. Predictive Validity

C. Face Validity

D. Content Validity

Answer: D. Content Validity

 

17. Which of the following best illustrates construct validity?

A. A vocabulary test that only asks for word meanings

B. A reading test that checks skimming, scanning, and inference skills

C. A listening test with only grammar-based questions

D. A speaking test that only asks students to read aloud

Answer: B. A reading test that checks skimming, scanning, and inference skills

 

18. Which type of validity is based on the subjective impression of whether the test looks appropriate to learners and teachers?

A. Predictive Validity

B. Construct Validity

C. Face Validity

D. Content Validity

Answer: C. Face Validity

 

19.If a test’s results match closely with the results of another test taken at the same time, the test is said to have:

A. Construct Validity

B. Concurrent Validity

C. Predictive Validity

D. Face Validity

Answer: B. Concurrent Validity

 

20.What is the main difference between formative and summative assessments?

A. Formative assessments are standardized, while summative assessments are not.

B. Formative assessments provide feedback during learning, while summative assessments evaluate at the end.

C. Formative assessments are always written, while summative assessments are oral.

D. Formative assessments measure skills, while summative assessments measure knowledge.

Answer: B

 

21.In an MCQ, the incorrect options are called:

A. Rubrics

B. Stems

C. Distractors

D. Keys

Answer: C. Distractors

 

22.Which of the following best describes "remedial teaching"?

A. Re-teaching the entire syllabus

B. A highly specific, need-based crash course

C. A theoretical discussion on learning gaps

D. An optional extra class for advanced learners

Answer: B. A highly specific, need-based crash course