Exam and question types
Types of exams
- Essay: write critically in structured format in limited time.
- Short answer: concise information and range of topics.
- Multiple choice: Remember/recognise information to complete statement.
- Take home and open book: Understand principles, know facts, prepare notes/summaries/texts.
- Oral: Question and answer, problem-based, scenarios
- Practical: Test a skill or evaluate performance.
More info
- Types of exams and questions (Study Support, USQ Library)
- Take home exams (USQ, Academic Success Planner)