Question

		Which of the following could be considered high-stakes testing? A. An anonymous test to gauge a classroom's entry level knowledge B. An internet poll to decide a celebrity movie award C. A customer staisfaction survey for your favorite store D. A drug test when applying for a job

Answer 1

High stakes testing is where consequences for the taker would be important. For such tests, it is important to pass. If this test is lost if failed, there might be disadvantages in the form of taking the test again or attending remedial classes. This test has to be taken as long as the test is not passed. For example, the person may not be able to find employment or will not be able to drive. In public education, high stakes test are considered very important and are used for increasing the accountability of teachers if for assessing the attempts of students. Hence, the answer to this question is

Option D) A drug test when applying for a job.

If this test is not passed, the person would not qualify for the job. Qualification for a job depends upon passing the drug test.