Turn your history readings into a quiz for adults
Upload a chapter, slide deck or set of notes and DeckOwl writes multiple-choice, true/false or short answer questions, each with an explanation.
Why a custom history quiz beats a generic one
Adult learners often want a history quiz for adults that tests what they read, not a generic list of dates from the internet.
- Questions drawn from the exact pages or slides you upload
- Multiple-choice, true/false and short answer formats
- Explanations that show why each answer is right or wrong
- Free plan to start with no credit card needed
Questions from your material
Each quiz is built from the PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text or photo you upload, so it tests the sources you are actually studying.
Three question types
Choose multiple-choice, true/false or short answer questions, or mix them in one quiz.
Explanations for every answer
Missed a question about the Treaty of Versailles or the Marshall Plan? The explanation shows why the correct answer holds.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, Word file, slide deck, notes or a photo of a page.
Choose the question type
Pick multiple-choice, true/false or short answer, then generate the quiz.
Take the quiz and review
Answer in the browser, then read the explanations for any questions you missed.
Printable ready-made history quizzes exist, but they rarely match the chapter, lecture or article you are working through. DeckOwl generates a quiz from your own material, so the questions follow your sources and the explanations point back to them.
The free plan lets you study in the browser with 3 generations per month. PDF and DOCX export are on Plus at $39/year or $7.99/month, and QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export are on Pro at $14.99/month.
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Frequently asked questions
How many questions should a history quiz for adults include?
A short set of questions per chapter is usually enough to check recall, and you can choose the number of questions when you generate the quiz.
How should adults study history with quizzes?
Try answering the questions before rereading the material, then read the explanation for every miss. Spreading the quiz across several sessions helps the facts stick longer.
Can I export a history quiz to PDF?
Yes, PDF and DOCX export are included in the Plus plan, which costs $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, and you do not need a credit card to start.
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