Assessment Quiz

During a science class, which of the following best describes a formative assessment?

• A) A final exam at the end of the semester

• B) An ongoing check for understanding during instruction

• C) A standardized test given at the end of the year

• D) A project completed over several weeks

During a classroom activity, what is the primary purpose of formative assessment?

• A) To assign grades

• B) To guide instructional decisions

• C) To evaluate overall student achievement

• D) To measure student knowledge at a single point in time

Summative assessments are typically used for which of the following purposes?

• A) Monitoring student progress during a lesson

• B) Providing feedback to improve future instruction

• C) Determining final grades or outcomes

• D) Encouraging student reflection on their learning process

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

• A) A pop quiz during a lesson

• B) Teacher observation of student participation

• C) A final project or presentation at the end of a unit

• D) Peer feedback during a class activity

True or False: Formative assessments are usually graded.

• True

• False

Which statement is true regarding formative and summative assessments?

• A) Formative assessments are always formal, and summative assessments are always informal.

• B) Formative assessments help guide learning, while summative assessments evaluate learning.

• C) Summative assessments provide ongoing feedback, while formative assessments conclude a learning unit.

• D) Both formative and summative assessments are designed to evaluate final learning outcomes.