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?

<p>To measure growth in knowledge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'quiz'?

<p>It originated in student slang (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the word 'quiz' initially mean?

<p>An odd, eccentric person (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the myth about the word 'quiz'?

<p>A Dublin theatre owner introduced the word in 1791 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>From 'odd, eccentric person' to 'test, exam' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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