Problem set - Quiz
  • 1. What is the abbreviated term for a problem set?
A) Setpro
B) P-task
C) Probset
D) Pset
  • 2. Which of the following fields typically uses problem sets?
A) Fine Arts
B) Philosophy
C) History
D) Physics
  • 3. What is the primary goal of a problem set?
A) To learn and become familiar with material
B) To conduct original research
C) To evaluate student attendance
D) To summarize a textbook
  • 4. How often are problem sets usually issued?
A) Once per semester
B) Every day
C) Every three months
D) Once every week or two weeks
  • 5. What is the typical weight of problem sets in a summative assessment?
A) 0% to 5%
B) 50% to 75%
C) 10% to 25%
D) 80% to 100%
  • 6. Can problem sets sometimes count for nothing toward a grade?
A) No, they must always count
B) No, they are mandatory for passing
C) Yes, if the student gets a better grade on the exam
D) Yes, only if the student fails
  • 7. What is the purpose of using problem sets for formative assessment?
A) They are the sole basis for graduation
B) They replace the final exam
C) They do not count towards a degree
D) They determine the final class rank
  • 8. How are students typically required to submit their problem sets?
A) Only via oral presentation
B) By posting them on a public forum
C) As an individual submission
D) As a group submission
  • 9. Which student was involved in a controversy regarding a Facebook forum for problem sets?
A) Albert Einstein
B) Alan Turing
C) Chris Avenir
D) John Smith
  • 10. At which university did the Chris Avenir controversy occur?
A) Oxford University
B) Harvard University
C) MIT
D) Toronto Metropolitan University
  • 11. What action did the professor initially take against Chris Avenir?
A) Increased his grade
B) Gave him a warning
C) Allowed him to redo the work
D) Failed him and recommended expulsion
  • 12. What was the final outcome for Chris Avenir after his appeal?
A) A zero grade for the assignments
B) Full marks for the semester
C) Expulsion from the university
D) A permanent criminal record
  • 13. Why do many professors allow collaboration on problem sets?
A) They do not care about academic integrity
B) They want to reduce their grading time
C) They believe it makes the problems easier
D) They see the goal as primarily pedagogical
  • 14. How are problem sets different from larger, more important assignments?
A) Problem sets are always individual
B) Larger assignments require independent work
C) Larger assignments are always formative
D) Problem sets are more important
  • 15. Does the problem set require original research?
A) No
B) Yes, extensive research
C) Only for computer science
D) Only for physics
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