Rules for constructing true or false test items.
Rule 1. Base true-false items upon statements that are absolutely true or false, without qualifications or expectations.
Rule 2. Express the item statement as simply and as clearly as possible.
Rule 3. express a single idea in each test item.
Rule 4. Include enough background information and qualifications.
Rule 5. Avoid lifting statement from the text,lecture or other materials.
Rule 6. Avoid double negatives.
Rule 7. Avoid the use of unfamiliar vocabulary.
Rule 8. Avoid the use of specific determinants.