Creating Questions
Learn how to create high-quality questions in Testify using manual entry, AI generation, or PDF import.
Methods of Creating Questions
Method 1: Manual Creation
Create questions from scratch with full control over every detail.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Open Question Bank
- Click "Question Bank" in the sidebar
- Click "+ New Question" button
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Select Question Type
- Multiple Choice (MCQ)
- True/False
- Fill in the Blanks
- Subjective (Short Answer)
- Long Answer
- Match the Following
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Enter Question Content
- Type your question in the editor
- Use the formatting toolbar for bold, italic, etc.
- Add images by clicking the image icon
- Insert math equations using LaTeX
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Add Options (for MCQ)
- Enter each option (A, B, C, D)
- Mark the correct answer
- Add explanations if needed
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Set Question Details
- Difficulty: Easy, Medium, or Hard
- Marks: Points for this question
- Board: CBSE, ICSE, State Board, etc.
- Subject: Physics, Chemistry, Math, etc.
- Chapter: Select from dropdown
- Topic: Select specific topic
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Add Solution (Optional)
- Write step-by-step solution
- Add images or diagrams
- Include formulas
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Save Question
- Click "Save" to add to question bank
- Question is now available for exams
Method 2: AI Generation
Let AI create questions automatically from topics or content.
Generate from Topic
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Open AI Generator
- Click "AI Tools" → "Generate Questions"
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Enter Topic Details
- Subject: e.g., "Physics"
- Chapter: e.g., "Motion"
- Topic: e.g., "Newton's Laws of Motion"
- Number of questions: 5, 10, 20, etc.
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Choose Settings
- Question type (MCQ, Subjective, Mixed)
- Difficulty level
- Language (English, Hindi, Bengali)
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Generate
- Click "Generate Questions"
- AI creates questions in seconds
- Review generated questions
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Review & Edit
- Check each question for accuracy
- Edit if needed
- Approve or reject questions
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Save to Question Bank
- Select questions to keep
- Click "Save Selected"
Generate from PDF
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Upload PDF
- Click "AI Tools" → "Generate from PDF"
- Upload textbook chapter or notes
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AI Analyzes Content
- AI reads and understands the PDF
- Identifies key concepts
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Generate Questions
- AI creates questions from content
- Review and save
Method 3: Batch Import from PDF
Import existing question papers automatically.
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Open Batch Import
- Click "Import" → "Batch Import"
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Upload Question Paper
- Upload PDF of existing question paper
- AI extracts all questions
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Review Extracted Questions
- Check each question
- Fix any extraction errors
- Verify options and answers
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Assign Taxonomy
- Set board, subject, chapter for all
- Or assign individually
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Import to Question Bank
- Click "Import All"
- Questions added to your bank
Question Types Explained
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Best for testing factual knowledge and concepts.
Example:
What is the SI unit of force?
A) Newton
B) Joule
C) Watt
D) Pascal
Correct Answer: A
Tips:
- Make all options plausible
- Avoid "all of the above" or "none of the above"
- Keep options similar in length
True/False
Quick assessment of understanding.
Example:
The Earth revolves around the Sun.
Answer: True
Tips:
- Avoid absolute words like "always" or "never"
- Make statements clear and unambiguous
Fill in the Blanks
Tests recall and specific knowledge.
Example:
The capital of India is _______.
Answer: New Delhi
Tips:
- Blank should be for key information
- Provide clear context
Subjective Questions
Tests deeper understanding and application.
Example:
Explain Newton's Second Law of Motion with an example.
Tips:
- Be specific about what you want
- Indicate expected length
- Provide marking rubric
Using Rich Text Editor
The question editor supports advanced formatting:
Text Formatting
- Bold: Ctrl+B
- Italic: Ctrl+I
- Underline: Ctrl+U
- Headings: H1, H2, H3
Adding Images
- Click image icon
- Upload from computer or paste URL
- Resize and position
Math Equations (LaTeX)
- Click math icon (Σ)
- Enter LaTeX code
- Preview renders automatically
Examples:
- Inline:
$E = mc^2$ - Display:
$$\frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2-4ac}}{2a}$$
Lists
- Bullet points
- Numbered lists
- Nested lists
Best Practices
Writing Good Questions
✅ Do:
- Be clear and specific
- Use simple language
- Test one concept per question
- Provide context if needed
- Include diagrams when helpful
❌ Don't:
- Use trick questions
- Make questions too long
- Include irrelevant information
- Use ambiguous wording
Organizing Questions
- Use Taxonomy: Always assign board, subject, chapter, topic
- Set Difficulty: Mark questions as Easy, Medium, or Hard
- Add Tags: Use custom tags for quick filtering
- Write Solutions: Help students learn from mistakes
Quality Control
Before saving questions:
- ✓ Check spelling and grammar
- ✓ Verify correct answer
- ✓ Test all options are plausible
- ✓ Ensure solution is clear
- ✓ Assign proper taxonomy
Common Issues
Question Not Saving
- Check all required fields are filled
- Ensure at least one correct answer is marked
- Verify taxonomy is assigned
LaTeX Not Rendering
- Check syntax is correct
- Use
$...$for inline,$$...$$for display - Preview before saving
Image Not Uploading
- File size should be under 5MB
- Supported formats: JPG, PNG, SVG
- Check internet connection
Next Steps
- Building Exams - Use your questions in exams
- Question Bank Management - Organize and filter questions
- AI Features - Learn more about AI tools
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