This document discusses the importance of clarity in writing questions for assessments. It notes that unclear questions can measure irrelevant difficulties and trigger unintended schemas in candidates. It provides recommendations for maximizing clarity, such as using simple language, focusing contexts purposefully, and avoiding contradicting expectations. Examples of potentially unclear questions are also presented and steps for checking a question's clarity are outlined. The document emphasizes that effective question writing requires training to develop skills like ensuring instructions are clear and responses are fully addressed.