Q.1 Which of the following is primarily used to assess an individual's cognitive abilities?
Personality Inventory
Intelligence Test
Projective Test
Achievement Test
Explanation - Intelligence tests are designed to measure cognitive abilities, such as reasoning, problem-solving, and memory, rather than personality or achievement.
Correct answer is: Intelligence Test
Q.2 The MMPI is an example of which type of assessment?
Projective Test
Personality Inventory
Neuropsychological Test
Aptitude Test
Explanation - The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) is a widely used objective personality inventory to assess psychological disorders and personality structure.
Correct answer is: Personality Inventory
Q.3 Which assessment approach involves interpreting ambiguous stimuli to uncover unconscious thoughts?
Projective Testing
Behavioral Observation
Standardized Testing
Self-Report Questionnaire
Explanation - Projective tests, such as the Rorschach Inkblot Test or Thematic Apperception Test, present ambiguous stimuli to reveal hidden emotions, motives, and conflicts.
Correct answer is: Projective Testing
Q.4 Reliability in psychological testing refers to:
Whether a test measures what it intends to
Consistency of test scores over time
The difficulty level of a test
The cultural fairness of a test
Explanation - Reliability indicates how consistently a test measures a construct, ensuring stable and repeatable results under similar conditions.
Correct answer is: Consistency of test scores over time
Q.5 Validity of an assessment is best described as:
Accuracy in measuring the intended construct
Ease of administering the test
Consistency of scores
Time required to complete the test
Explanation - Validity determines whether a test truly measures what it claims to measure, which is essential for meaningful interpretation of results.
Correct answer is: Accuracy in measuring the intended construct
Q.6 Which type of test evaluates knowledge or skills acquired in a particular domain?
Achievement Test
Personality Test
Projective Test
Intelligence Test
Explanation - Achievement tests measure an individual's learning or mastery in a specific subject area, such as math or reading.
Correct answer is: Achievement Test
Q.7 Aptitude tests are primarily used to:
Assess current knowledge
Predict future performance
Measure personality traits
Diagnose mental disorders
Explanation - Aptitude tests are designed to evaluate potential abilities and predict success in specific tasks or careers, rather than measuring current achievement.
Correct answer is: Predict future performance
Q.8 Behavioral observation as an assessment method is particularly useful for:
Assessing cognitive abilities
Identifying observable actions and interactions
Measuring IQ
Administering multiple-choice tests
Explanation - Behavioral observation involves systematically watching and recording behaviors in natural or structured settings, useful for assessing social and adaptive functioning.
Correct answer is: Identifying observable actions and interactions
Q.9 Which of the following is an example of a projective test?
Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale
Rorschach Inkblot Test
SAT Achievement Test
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Explanation - The Rorschach Inkblot Test is a projective measure that requires subjects to interpret ambiguous inkblots, revealing unconscious thoughts and feelings.
Correct answer is: Rorschach Inkblot Test
Q.10 Norm-referenced tests are designed to:
Compare an individual’s performance to a group
Measure individual improvement over time
Provide personalized feedback
Assess only achievement
Explanation - Norm-referenced tests compare an individual’s score to a statistical sample or 'norm group' to evaluate relative performance.
Correct answer is: Compare an individual’s performance to a group
Q.11 Criterion-referenced tests measure:
Performance against a predefined standard
Performance relative to peers
Personality traits
Cognitive style
Explanation - Criterion-referenced tests evaluate whether a student has mastered specific skills or knowledge, based on set criteria, independent of other test-takers.
Correct answer is: Performance against a predefined standard
Q.12 Which assessment tool is self-administered and evaluates the respondent’s attitudes, feelings, or behaviors?
Observation Schedule
Interview
Self-Report Questionnaire
Projective Test
Explanation - Self-report questionnaires allow individuals to provide personal information about themselves, commonly used in counseling and psychological research.
Correct answer is: Self-Report Questionnaire
Q.13 Which is a major limitation of projective tests?
They are too objective
They require extensive scoring manuals
Scoring can be subjective and variable
They do not reveal unconscious material
Explanation - Projective tests rely on interpretation of ambiguous material, which can vary across evaluators, reducing reliability and standardization.
Correct answer is: Scoring can be subjective and variable
Q.14 Inter-rater reliability is important when:
Multiple evaluators score the same test
A test is repeated over time
Using standardized scoring manuals
Administering self-report questionnaires
Explanation - Inter-rater reliability measures the extent to which different raters produce consistent scores when evaluating the same behavior or responses.
Correct answer is: Multiple evaluators score the same test
Q.15 The primary purpose of assessment in counseling psychology is to:
Label clients for psychiatric purposes
Understand clients’ functioning to guide interventions
Predict academic performance only
Provide legal documentation
Explanation - Counseling assessments aim to gather comprehensive information to help plan effective interventions tailored to client needs.
Correct answer is: Understand clients’ functioning to guide interventions
Q.16 A test that measures both verbal and non-verbal skills is likely an example of:
A projective test
A comprehensive intelligence test
An aptitude test
A self-report personality inventory
Explanation - Comprehensive intelligence tests, like the Wechsler scales, assess multiple domains of cognitive functioning, including verbal and performance abilities.
Correct answer is: A comprehensive intelligence test
Q.17 Assessment feedback in counseling should be:
Technical and full of jargon
Clear, supportive, and actionable
Confidentially shared with all peers
Avoided to prevent client anxiety
Explanation - Feedback should help clients understand results and guide growth or intervention, avoiding unnecessary confusion or distress.
Correct answer is: Clear, supportive, and actionable
Q.18 Which type of assessment relies heavily on standardized administration and scoring procedures?
Objective Tests
Projective Tests
Behavioral Observation
Unstructured Interviews
Explanation - Objective tests have clear, structured items and scoring rules, reducing evaluator bias and enhancing reliability.
Correct answer is: Objective Tests
Q.19 A counselor notices a student often exhibits anxious behavior during group activities. Which assessment method would best capture this behavior?
Self-Report Questionnaire
Projective Test
Behavioral Observation
Achievement Test
Explanation - Observing behavior directly in real-life situations allows counselors to gather accurate information on social and emotional functioning.
Correct answer is: Behavioral Observation
Q.20 Test standardization ensures that:
All test-takers complete the test under the same conditions
Scores are interpreted differently for each person
Only experts can administer the test
Tests are culturally biased
Explanation - Standardization reduces variability due to administration or scoring, allowing for valid comparisons across individuals.
Correct answer is: All test-takers complete the test under the same conditions
Q.21 The main difference between aptitude and achievement tests is:
Aptitude predicts potential, achievement measures learned knowledge
Aptitude measures personality, achievement measures intelligence
Achievement predicts future performance, aptitude measures past performance
They are essentially the same
Explanation - Aptitude tests estimate future capabilities, while achievement tests evaluate mastery of previously learned material.
Correct answer is: Aptitude predicts potential, achievement measures learned knowledge
Q.22 Which of the following best defines formative assessment in counseling?
Evaluation conducted during the intervention to monitor progress
Evaluation conducted only at the end of counseling
Standardized intelligence testing
Projective assessment
Explanation - Formative assessments provide ongoing feedback to adjust interventions and support client growth throughout the counseling process.
Correct answer is: Evaluation conducted during the intervention to monitor progress
Q.23 Ecological validity refers to:
Whether test results reflect real-world behavior
The internal consistency of a test
Cultural fairness of a test
Reliability over repeated administrations
Explanation - Ecological validity assesses if the findings of an assessment are generalizable to real-life contexts and situations.
Correct answer is: Whether test results reflect real-world behavior
Q.24 Which of the following is a strength of self-report questionnaires?
They are highly objective and free from bias
They are cost-effective and easy to administer
They eliminate social desirability bias
They always capture unconscious motives
Explanation - Self-report questionnaires allow for efficient collection of large-scale data but may be influenced by social desirability or inaccurate self-perception.
Correct answer is: They are cost-effective and easy to administer