Non-Verbal Intelligence Test Description
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What did Alexander suggest regarding verbal tests?

  • They do not work well for children who have not started reading and writing. (correct)
  • They should only be given to pre-school children.
  • They are the most suitable for adults over 30.
  • They are the best way to test practical and mechanical ability.
  • Why may verbal tests in English prepared in U.K. not suit Indian children?

  • The tests do not focus on reasoning, judgment, and imagination.
  • Indian children prefer performance tests over verbal tests.
  • Indian children are not familiar with the English language.
  • The tests contain words that may be unfamiliar to Indian students. (correct)
  • What is a limitation of performance tests according to the text?

  • They do not require above-average thinking. (correct)
  • They are the best for testing neurotics and mentally defective individuals.
  • They give enough emphasis on item difficulty.
  • They measure reasoning, judgment, and imagination accurately.
  • Why might some test items in performance tests be criticized according to the text?

    <p>They require speed over problem-solving.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is NOT mentioned as benefitting from performance tests according to the text?

    <p>Individuals with above-average thinking abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Performance Tests

    • Performance tests are non-verbal assessments, utilizing practical tasks like fitting geometric shapes into a board or organizing cubes by size.
    • Demonstrations can be used for instruction, eliminating the need for verbal communication.
    • Notable performance tests include:
      • Alexander’s Pass-a-long test
      • Koh’s Block Design test
      • Collin and Drever’s Performance Tests
      • Weschler's Performance Test
      • Terman and Merill’s Performance Test
      • Kent’s Performance Test
      • Cube Construction Tests (Kent's test designed for clinical purposes)
    • Kent's performance test includes five oral and seven written tests, each lasting one minute.
    • Individual performance tests are time-consuming and may have questionable reliability due to fluctuating response patterns.

    Group Tests

    • Group tests assess multiple individuals simultaneously, making them efficient in terms of administration.
    • Group-test no. 23 contains a variety of question types: same-opposite, sentence completion, mixed sentences, analogies, and reasoning problems.
    • The Army Beta test is one of the most recognized group performance tests.
    • Other notable group tests include:
      • Chicago non-verbal test
      • Raven’s Progressive Matrices
      • C.I.E. non-verbal group test of Intelligence (a prominent Indian test)
    • Characteristics of group tests:
      • Standardized and widely used in educational institutions in Western countries.
      • Detailed manuals allow individuals without expertise to effectively administer tests.
      • Many items require linguistic skills, focusing on numerical reasoning and geometric forms.
      • Some group verbal tests evaluate scholastic aptitude.
      • Convenience in administration and scoring makes them appealing.

    Advantages of Performance/Non-Verbal Tests

    • Performance tests are effective for measuring specific abilities, particularly for individuals facing language challenges or educational disadvantages.
    • They are particularly beneficial for:
      • Deaf individuals
      • Those who struggle with verbal tests due to language difficulties
      • Educationally underprivileged persons
      • Individuals discouraged by previous verbal test failures
    • These tests play a significant role in vocational and educational guidance.

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    This quiz describes a non-verbal intelligence test that involves tasks such as fitting wooden shapes into a board, ordering cubes by size, and assembling parts to form designs. The test does not involve language and instructions can be provided through demonstration. The quiz mentions specific tests like Alexander’s Pass-a-long test.

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