Writing Multiple Choice

Definition

Writing multiple choice questions involves creating a set of answer choices for a given question, with only one correct option. It requires careful consideration of the wording and structure to ensure clarity and accuracy.

Related terms

Stem: The stem is the actual question or problem presented in a multiple choice question.

Distractors: Distractors are the incorrect answer choices provided alongside the correct option in a multiple choice question.

Item Analysis: Item analysis refers to the process of evaluating how well individual items or questions perform on an assessment, including analyzing statistics such as difficulty level and discrimination index.