Six questions, one lunch break.
A guide to quizzes, trivia and quick puzzles: writing fair questions, running a quiz at work, sport rounds and choosing where to play.
How to Write a Good Trivia Question
A good question is fair, short and has exactly one right answer. Most bad questions fail on the last point.
OfficeRunning a Lunch-Break Quiz at Work
A quiz is one of the easiest ways to make a lunch break social. It needs a little planning so it fits the time and includes everyone.
SportBuilding a Sports Trivia Round
Sport questions are popular, but they go stale fast. A good round mixes timeless facts with the current season.
LearningWhy Quizzes Help You Remember
Answering questions is not just a test of what you know. It is one of the better ways to remember it.
PuzzlesFive-Minute Word and Number Puzzles
Not every break is long enough for a quiz. Short puzzles fill the gap, alone or with a colleague.
PhonesQuiz Apps or Browser Games: Which to Use
Many quiz and puzzle games are offered both as an app and as a website. The choice affects storage, notifications and privacy.