Ch 1 Brown and Abeywickrama

What is the primary goal of language assessment?

• To rank students
• To standardize teaching methods
• To measure language knowledge and ability
• To discipline students

What does reliability in language assessment refer to?

• The relevance of the test to real-life language use
• The consistency of test results
• The variety of language skills tested
• The difficulty level of the test

Authenticity in language assessment is important because it ensures:

• Tests are difficult enough
• Tests reflect real-world language use
• Tests are easy to score
• Tests are based on a textbook

Which aspect of language assessment focuses on the effect of tests on teaching and learning?

• Reliability
• Validity
• Washback
• Practicality

Practicality in language assessment refers to:

• The accuracy of the test scores
• The feasibility and ease of administering the test
• The test's ability to cover all language skills
• The test's alignment with curriculum standards

In language assessment, validity is concerned with:

• How consistently a test measures
• How well a test measures what it intends to measure
• The effect of the test on students and teachers
• The ease of administering the test

Formative assessments are used for:

• Final grading at the end of a term
• Providing feedback during the learning process
• Admitting students to language programs
• Certifying language proficiency

Summative assessments are typically given:

• At the beginning of a course
• During the course for feedback
• At the end of a course or unit
• Continuously throughout the course

Which of the following best describes 'washback' in language assessment?

• The ease of test administration
• The impact of testing on teaching and learning
• The consistency of test scoring
• The relevance of the test content

What is an important consideration when ensuring the reliability of a language test?

• Including a variety of question types
• Using the test as a sole determinant of proficiency
• Ensuring consistent conditions and scoring procedures
• Making the test as difficult as possible