A. Depending on the purpose, there are several types of assessment. These are:
•    Formative assessment – It refers to a range of formal and informal assessment procedures to monitor student learning.
•    Summative assessment – It measures the effectiveness of learning and reactions on the instruction. It helps fill any gaps in instruction and education. It records and reports the learner’s overall achievement.
•    Diagnostic assessment – It helps with diagnostic assessment and analyses what the learner already knows. It is used before teaching or at the time any problem arises.
•    Criterion-referenced assessment – In this form, each learner’s achievement is judged against specific criteria.