Table 2.2: table 2.2 Sample Test Questions Based on Bloom’s Taxonomy
Level in Bloom’s taxonomy Sample key words in test questions for this level Sample test questions
Knowledge

who

what

where

when

choose

list

label

match

  • In what year did the Battle of Gettysburg take place?

  • List the two dominant models of nursing care.

Comprehension

compare

contrast

rephrase

summarize

classify

describe

show

  • Classify the following molecules based on their state (gas, liquid, or solid) at room temperature.

  • Describe the safety steps to be followed during arc welding.

Application

apply

organize

plan

develop

model

solve

  • Apply your knowledge of chemical compounds to identify the unknown white solid in your tray.

  • Use health education principles to develop a curriculum for middle school students.

Analysis

analyze

categorize

examine

theme

relationships

assumptions

conclusions

  • Drawing on your understanding of Beowulf and King Lear, examine how the theme of heroism is treated in these two works.

  • Pick two criminal justice policy theories described in your book. Explain the assumptions each theory makes about the relationship between U.S. crime rates and the health of the nation’s economy.

Synthesis

synthesize

propose

predict

combine

adapt

test

discuss

  • Using your understanding of motivation theory, propose a program that will help high school dropouts return to school.

  • Predict how U.S. fiscal policy might change if unemployment dropped below 5 percent and inflation increased.

Evaluation

critique

judge

prove

disprove

opinion

  • Based on your review of the evidence presented during the mock trial and your understanding of U.S. law, critique the defense’s argument.

  • Now that you’ve completed your reading for the term and conducted research in the community, give your opinion about the value of the arts in education.