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Mastering the Art of Multiple Choice Questions

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Mastering the Art of Multiple Choice Questions

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Which of the following is a key feature of a multiple choice question?

The question includes a stem and a correct answer.

The question only includes a stem.

The question includes a stem and multiple correct answers.

The question includes a stem and a set of possible answers. (correct)

What is the purpose of distractors in a multiple choice question?

To confuse students and make the question more difficult.

To encourage students to think critically and analyze the options.

To provide incorrect options that may be chosen by students. (correct)

To provide correct options that may be chosen by students.

Why is it important to avoid using 'all of the above' or 'none of the above' choices in multiple choice questions?

They can make it easier for students to guess the correct answer. (correct)

They can provide additional context and information for students.

They can make it more difficult for students to guess the correct answer.

They can confuse students and lead to incorrect answers.

Which of the following is a common use of quizzes in education?

To measure growth in knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'quiz'?

It originated in student slang Signup and view all the answers

What did the word 'quiz' initially mean?

An odd, eccentric person Signup and view all the answers

What is the myth about the word 'quiz'?

A Dublin theatre owner introduced the word in 1791 Signup and view all the answers

How did the meaning of the word 'quiz' evolve over time?

From 'odd, eccentric person' to 'test, exam' Signup and view all the answers