pop quiz

Unannounced classroom test

A pop quiz is an unannounced test given without prior warning, typically in a classroom setting: The teacher gave us a pop quiz on yesterday's reading.

The element of surprise tests whether students have kept up with material.

Figuratively, any unexpected challenge or test of knowledge: Life threw me a pop quiz today.

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advance notice

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Concluding course assessment

final · final examination · midterm · midterm exam · comprehensive exam

scope and length

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Broad-scope qualifying assessment

term paper · unit test · chapter test · capstone project · dissertation

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