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My first reaction to the CMT was I hate this, it's so stupid.
 * Write down you first reaction to the CMTs:**

Nothing; I remembered learning about everything on the CMT, but I just might not have remembered how to get the answer.
 * What was on the test that was unfamiliar?**

No, because the person could be really smart but does not do good on test.
 * Do you believe that a child's intelligence and skills can be measured by standardized tests?**

No it's a test to make sure the teachers are doing there job.
 * Is it a fair way of classifying/grading all children?**

No, it takes time away from classes and you don't learn as much with shorter classes.
 * Does it have a positive impact on your education?**

No, Because they could have learned it but forgot about it by the time they had to do CMT.
 * Does it accurately measure what you learned?**

I would have questions that I know the kid could answer like if it was math I would have multiplication and division (ex. 20 x 5 but harder). I would also have factions questions (ex. 2/4 x 5/8). In reading I would have a writing prompt, and editing and revising (ex.i have a brother What's wrong with this sentence?) I wouldn't have the DRPs because all we do is fill in the missing word. It would only take a week to take the tests. There would be no Social Studies and Science because I think that would be to much work, you mind as well just give them a regular test in that class. That's what I would have on a test if i had to make my own test.
 * If you were to design a test to accurately measure a students knowledge...what would be on it, what type of questions, subjects, how many days,etc.. Be very, very complete here.**