Principles

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used type of language assessment?

• Multiple-choice tests

• Oral interviews

• Written essays

• Multiple intelligences assessments

Which of the following is NOT an important consideration when designing language assessments?

• The purpose of the assessment

• The language level of the test-taker

• The cultural background of the test-taker

• The test-taker's first language

Which of the following is an example of formative assessment?

• A final exam

• A diagnostic test

• A progress report

• A proficiency test

What is the difference between norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessments?

• Norm-referenced assessments compare a test-taker's performance to a specific set of criteria, while criterion-referenced assessments compare a test-taker's performance to that of other test-takers.

• Norm-referenced assessments are used to assess proficiency in a particular language, while criterion-referenced assessments are used to assess general language ability.

• Norm-referenced assessments provide absolute scores, while criterion-referenced assessments provide relative scores.

What is the difference between validity and reliability in language assessment?

• Validity refers to the consistency of the assessment results over time, while reliability refers to the extent to which the assessment measures what it is intended to measure.

• Validity refers to the extent to which the assessment measures what it is intended to measure, while reliability refers to the consistency of the assessment results over time.

• Validity and reliability are synonymous terms that refer to the accuracy of the assessment results.

• Validity refers to the test-taker's motivation to perform well on the assessment, while reliability refers to the test-taker's ability to perform well on the assessment.

Which of the following is an example of a performance-based assessment?

• A multiple-choice test

• A fill-in-the-blank test

• A role-play activity

• A true/false test

What is the purpose of a diagnostic assessment in language assessment?

• To identify the language level of the test-taker

• To determine the specific language skills that need improvement

• To evaluate the effectiveness of the language program

• To provide feedback to the test-taker on their performance

Which of the following is NOT an example of an authentic assessment?

• A simulation activity

• A portfolio assessment

• A cloze test

• A group project

Which of the following is an example of an alternative assessment?

• A standardized test

• An achievement test

• A self-assessment

• A diagnostic test

Which of the following best defines practicality in language assessment?

• The degree to which an assessment measures what it is intended to measure

• The extent to which the scores obtained from an assessment can be generalized to the test-taker's overall language ability

• The ease and convenience of administering and scoring an assessment

• The ethical and fair treatment of test-takers throughout the assessment process