Question type: Fill in Multiple Blanks

Fill in Multiple Blanks works like the fill-the-blank question type but allows for up to 10 blanks inserted into a sentence or paragraph. Separate sets of answers are created for each blank, and partial credit can be given for this question type.

1. To add a question with multiple blanks, select Fill in Multiple Blanks from the question type drop-down menu, and click Go.
2. Enter question text that includes includes up to 10 variables in square brackets [x] corresponding to locations in the text where the fill in the blank fields should appear. Variables must be unique and cannot be reused. Examples of variables would be [blank1], [x], [author]. You should not use spaces in the variable names.
3. If you want Blackboard to score partial credit, put a check in the Allow Partial Credit checkbox. This will give a fraction of the total points for partially correct answers.
4. Click Next after completing the fields on this page to specify answers.
5. Enter one or more correct answers for each variable in the question.
6. Click Next.
7. Complete the question by adding optional feedback, categories or keywords.
8. Click Submit to add the question to the canvas.

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