Quiz on Constructed-Response Item Formats

What is one advantage of short-answer items?

• They allow for multiple correct answers.

• They are easy to write.

• They require extensive writing skills.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of essay items?

• They cannot measure high-level learning outcomes.

• They require more preparation time than other items.

• They can be subjective unless a scoring instrument is used.

What is a disadvantage of short-answer items?

• They can measure a narrow range of knowledge outcomes.

• Scoring may be affected by a student's spelling ability.

• They require less time to score.

Which learning outcomes can essay items measure?

• Only factual recall

• Analysing, evaluating and creating

• Basic computation skills

What is an advantage of essay items compared to selected-response formats?

• They are objective and easier to score.

• They allow for a broader sampling of achievement.

• They emphasise integration and application of ideas.

What is a common issue with scoring essay items?

• They require no guidelines for scoring.

• There is an inadequate sampling of achievement.

• Scores can be inflated due to writing skill.

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of short-answer items?

• They can measure computational problems.

• Items are easy to write.

• They require extensive reading.

What is a disadvantage of short-answer items related to scoring?

• They are time-consuming to score.

• A narrow range of recall outcomes can be measured

• Scores are lowered due to poor handwriting.

What is one advantage of short-answer items over essay items?

• They require less time to answer.

• They measure higher-order thinking.

• They allow for more detailed responses.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of essay items?

• They can measure a wide range of knowledge.

• They require less preparation time.

• They can lead to inadequate sampling of achievement.