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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​

  1. Open Question Bank

    • Click "Question Bank" in the sidebar
    • Click "+ New Question" button

    New Question Button

  2. Select Question Type

    • Multiple Choice (MCQ)
    • True/False
    • Fill in the Blanks
    • Subjective (Short Answer)
    • Long Answer
    • Match the Following

    Question Types

  3. 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

    Question Editor

  4. Add Options (for MCQ)

    • Enter each option (A, B, C, D)
    • Mark the correct answer
    • Add explanations if needed

    MCQ Options

  5. 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

    Question Taxonomy

  6. Add Solution (Optional)

    • Write step-by-step solution
    • Add images or diagrams
    • Include formulas

  7. 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​

  1. Open AI Generator

    • Click "AI Tools" → "Generate Questions"

    AI Generator

  2. 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.

  3. Choose Settings

    • Question type (MCQ, Subjective, Mixed)
    • Difficulty level
    • Language (English, Hindi, Bengali)

  4. Generate

    • Click "Generate Questions"
    • AI creates questions in seconds
    • Review generated questions

    Generated Questions

  5. Review & Edit

    • Check each question for accuracy
    • Edit if needed
    • Approve or reject questions

  6. Save to Question Bank

    • Select questions to keep
    • Click "Save Selected"

Generate from PDF​

  1. Upload PDF

    • Click "AI Tools" → "Generate from PDF"
    • Upload textbook chapter or notes

  2. AI Analyzes Content

    • AI reads and understands the PDF
    • Identifies key concepts

  3. Generate Questions

    • AI creates questions from content
    • Review and save

Method 3: Batch Import from PDF​

Import existing question papers automatically.

  1. Open Batch Import

    • Click "Import" → "Batch Import"

    Batch Import

  2. Upload Question Paper

    • Upload PDF of existing question paper
    • AI extracts all questions

  3. Review Extracted Questions

    • Check each question
    • Fix any extraction errors
    • Verify options and answers

  4. Assign Taxonomy

    • Set board, subject, chapter for all
    • Or assign individually

  5. 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​

  1. Click image icon
  2. Upload from computer or paste URL
  3. Resize and position

Math Equations (LaTeX)​

  1. Click math icon (Σ)
  2. Enter LaTeX code
  3. 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:

  1. ✓ Check spelling and grammar
  2. ✓ Verify correct answer
  3. ✓ Test all options are plausible
  4. ✓ Ensure solution is clear
  5. ✓ 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​

Need Help?​

Contact support at support@edukali.ai