Topic 4 EA : Constructing Objective Test Items @ OUM

What is an objective test?

• A test that uses subjective scoring methods

• A test focused solely on essay questions

• A test that uses items with clear right or wrong answers

• A test designed without specific learning outcomes

Which of the following is NOT a type of objective test item?

• Short-answer questions

• True-false questions

• Matching questions

• Analytical essay questions

What is a key characteristic of a well-constructed true-false question?

• It includes multiple interpretations.

• It is concise and focuses on one idea.

• It encourages subjective judgment.

• It avoids clear factual statements.

Which type of objective test item involves pairing items in one column with related items in another?

• True-false

• Matching questions

• Short-answer questions

• Fill-in-the-blank questions

What are the two main parts of a multiple-choice question?

• Stem and options

• Introduction and conclusion

• Scenario and essay response

• Prompt and essay body

Which of the following is an advantage of multiple-choice questions?

• They allow for creative, open-ended responses.

• They are easier to grade objectively.

• They encourage discussion and debate.

• They are suitable for all subject areas.

A limitation of true-false questions is that they often:

• Promote higher-order thinking skills.

• Encourage guessing.

• Require extensive writing.

• Cover complex topics effectively.

What should be avoided when constructing multiple-choice questions?

• Using distractors that are plausible

• Providing one correct and three incorrect options

• Writing ambiguous stems

• Aligning questions with learning outcomes

Which is the best practice when constructing matching questions?

• Include fewer options than premises.

• Ensure the lists are unequal in length.

• Use homogeneous content in both lists.

• Allow multiple correct answers per item.

What does the stem of a multiple-choice question represent?

• The list of all possible answers

• The question or problem being addressed

• The distractor in the options

• The rationale for grading