I have read three verb collocations with exam but cannot find the difference in meaning.
- sit an exam/test,
- do an exam/test, and
- take an exam/test
I would like to know the difference in meaning for each phrase. Secondly, What verb we use for teachers who design a test because I have learned that "make a test" is wrong. Then if I am a teacher and design a test for my students what shall I say,for instance, I .... a chemistry test yesterday. thanks in advance.
Answer
Do a quiz is the least formal. "Buzzfeed™: What brand of beer is your boyfriend?" There are no consequences and the results are probably meaningless or just for fun. Young students may get an unannounced "pop quiz" as an incentive to read the assignments.
Take a test is what children do through middle school. They may take several tests each week to make sure they are keeping up with their homework and reading the assignments. A test typically will not take the entire class time to complete, and is announced ahead of time.
Sit for exams is the final for higher education like in college or university, or for a civil service promotion, or to earn a job license or career certification. The exam is strictly formal, including what type of pencil is used and how much time is allowed. It probably takes place in a location away from the daily classroom.
Test is interchangeable with both quiz and exam, but a quiz and an exam are opposite ends of the spectrum and not interchangeable. Take (a test) is universal, do is casual/informal, while sit is only used for certification or higher education.
As a teacher you will give the test to the class, but earlier you will write it.
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