Question 63

Selected response assessments consist exclusively of multiple-choice, true-false, and matching items.

Selected response assessments are characterized by their use of formats that require test-takers to select the correct answer from given options, which includes multiple-choice, true-false, and matching items.

A) Portfolio

A portfolio is a collection of work that showcases a student’s abilities and progress over time, often including a variety of formats such as essays, projects, and other assignments. It does not consist exclusively of items that require a single correct answer, making it an incorrect choice for this question.

B) Selected response

Selected response assessments are specifically designed to include items such as multiple-choice questions, true-false statements, and matching tasks, all of which necessitate a single correct answer for each item. This definition aligns perfectly with the question, confirming it as the correct answer.

C) Constructed response

Constructed response assessments require students to generate their own answers, such as writing essays or solving problems, rather than selecting from given options. Therefore, this type of assessment does not fit the description of having only single correct answers chosen from a list, rendering it incorrect.

D) Authentic

Authentic assessments typically involve real-world tasks and projects that allow students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in practical contexts. These assessments do not focus solely on items with a single correct answer, which makes this option unsuitable for the question.

Conclusion

The selected response assessment is the only option that exclusively uses formats requiring a single correct answer, such as multiple-choice, true-false, and matching items. All other options either involve more complex responses or different assessment criteria, confirming that B is the definitive correct choice.