After using the words goodness and kindness in two series of tests, we have discarded them as objectionable in that they give rise to so many doubtful definitions. Even intelligent children often say: “Goodness means to do something good,” “Kindness means to be kind to some one,” etc. These definitions in a circle occur less than half as often with pity, revenge, and envy, which are also superior to charity and justice in this respect.
The relative difficulty of our five words is indicated by the order in which we have listed them in the test (i.e., beginning with the easiest and ending with the hardest). On the standard of three correct definitions, these words fit very accurately in year XII.
XII, 3. The ball-and-field test (superior plan)
Procedure, as in [year VIII, test 1].
Scoring. Score 3 (or superior plan) is required for passing in year XII.[70]
XII, 4. Dissected sentences
The following disarranged sentences are used:—
- FOR THE STARTED AN WE COUNTRY EARLY AT HOUR
- TO ASKED PAPER MY TEACHER CORRECT I MY
- A DEFENDS DOG GOOD HIS BRAVELY MASTER
These should be printed in type like that used above. The Stanford record booklet contains the sentences in convenient form.
It is not permissible to substitute written words or printed script, as that would make the test harder. All the words should be printed in caps in order that no clue shall be given as to the first word in a sentence. For a similar reason the period is omitted.