All questions imported into the Question Bank must adhere to a specific format. The required format will vary based on the question type. The table below lists all question types currently supported and the format for each type:
Question Type
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Code
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Screen Style
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Format
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Notes
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Multiple Choice
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MC
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2.52
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Question Type (code), Title, question text, text option 1, correct/incorrect, text option 2, correct/incorrect, etc.
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• | Up to 9 text options are supported. |
• | Multiple answers can be correct. |
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Matching
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MAT
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4.55
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Question Type (code), Title, question text, text option 1, matching target text, text option 2, matching target text, etc.
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• | Up to 9 answers and matching text are supported. |
• | The 'randomize target text at run-time' option will be selected for any imported questions of this type. |
• | Multiple text options may use the same target text. |
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Fill in the Blank
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FIB
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2.56
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Question Type (code), Title, question text, input mask, answer 1, answer 2, etc.
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• | Input mask can be blank. |
• | Multiple valid answers accepted. |
• | If an input mask is specified, all valid answers must match the input mask. |
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An example document is displayed in table format below. This format must be followed or the import will fail. Note: The Title column can remain blank if question titles are not used.
MC
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Knowledge Check 1
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What is 22 + 40?
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52
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incorrect
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62
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correct
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72
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incorrect
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MAT
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Knowledge Check 2
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Match the word to its definition.
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Autodidact
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A person who has learned a subject without the benefit of a teacher
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Synonymous
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Equivalent in meaning
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Defenestrate
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To throw out a window
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FIB
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Knowledge Check 3
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What animal is like a writing desk?
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*****
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Raven
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raven
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Note: When creating questions in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software, ensure the file is saved in CSV format.
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