Chapter Quiz: Designing Effective Language Proficiency Tests

What is the primary purpose of language proficiency tests?

Which type of proficiency test assesses students’ ability to express ideas in writing?

What is content validity in language proficiency tests?

Which of the following is a way to improve the reliability of a language proficiency test?

Why is fairness important in language proficiency tests?

Which of the following is an example of a performance-based proficiency test?

What does construct validity refer to in test design?

What is the role of rubrics in language proficiency test design?

Which type of assessment is most likely to be used for evaluating speaking skills?

What practical consideration is essential when designing language proficiency tests?

A language proficiency test should assess all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Reliability refers to the consistency of test results.

A fair test may include cultural biases that benefit certain groups of students.

Portfolio assessments are a form of performance-based language proficiency test.

Summative assessments should be designed to provide feedback during the learning process.