FTCE Professional Education Practice Exam

According to Bloom's taxonomy, what is the lowest level of question in the cognitive domain that the teacher could use?

1. Analysis

2. Application

3. Knowledge

4. Synthesis

The correct answer is: Knowledge

The lowest level of question in Bloom's taxonomy within the cognitive domain is knowledge. This level focuses on the basic recall of facts and information. Questions at this level require students to remember and retrieve previously learned material, such as definitions, dates, and other basic concepts. For example, a question asking students to list the states in the U.S. or define a term aligns with the knowledge level. The higher levels of Bloom's taxonomy, such as application, analysis, and synthesis, require more complex thinking and understanding. Application involves using knowledge in new situations, analysis requires breaking information into parts to understand its structure, and synthesis involves creating new ideas or products from existing knowledge. Each of these levels builds upon the foundational recall and understanding established at the knowledge level, making it essential as the starting point in the learning process.