Turn your notes into a quiz with answers and explanations
Upload a PDF, slide deck or set of notes. DeckOwl writes practice questions from that material, and each one comes with the correct answer and a short explanation of why it is right.
Why a quiz with answers beats a blank practice sheet
A quiz maker with answers is most useful when the answers teach you something, not just mark you right or wrong. DeckOwl reads your notes, slides or PDFs and writes questions with the correct answer and a one-sentence explanation for each.
- Multiple choice, true/false and short-answer formats
- Correct answer plus a short explanation for every question
- Works with PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, notes and photos of pages
- Study in the browser on the free plan, export on Plus or Pro
Answers and explanations
Every multiple-choice, true/false and short-answer question includes the correct answer and a short explanation, so you learn from misses as well as hits.
Built from your material
Upload PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes or photos of pages, and the questions come from what you actually studied.
Export when you need it
Plus exports to PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV. Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML for learning management systems.
How it works
Upload your material
Add a PDF, slide deck, Word file, set of notes or a photo of a page.
Choose a question type
Pick multiple choice, true/false or short answer, then generate the quiz.
Check the answers
Review each question and its explanation, then study in the browser or export the set.
Starting from your own material matters. Questions drawn from your lecture slides or chapter reflect what your instructor emphasized, and each explanation points back to the idea you need to review.
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Frequently asked questions
How many questions should a cell biology quiz include?
Five to ten questions per topic works well for a quick self-check, and a full chapter may need more. Keep each question focused on one term or process so the explanation stays clear.
How should I study the questions I get wrong on a cell biology quiz?
Read the explanation, then restate the correct idea in your own words without looking. Retry the missed questions a day or two later to confirm the idea has stuck.
Can I export the quiz with answers?
Exports are a paid feature. The free plan lets you study in the browser, Plus adds PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV export, and Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No. You can start on the free plan with 3 generations per month and no credit card. Students get 40% off with a school email.
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