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Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file or photo of a page and get multiple-choice, true/false or short-answer questions with explanations. The free plan includes 3 generations a month.

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Why a free quiz maker helps when you build e-learning content

Instructional designers and teachers often need a free quiz maker that starts from the slides and notes they already have, so knowledge checks match the lesson exactly. Writing every question by hand takes time that is better spent on the content itself.

Generate quizzes from PDFs, slides, DOCX files, notes or photos of pages.
Choose multiple-choice, true/false or short-answer questions with explanations.
Start free with 3 generations a month and no credit card.
Upgrade when you need unlimited generations or exports for your course platform.

Example e-learning quiz questions with answers

Why should each wrong option in a multiple-choice question be plausible?Plausible distractors make learners apply the concept, while obviously wrong options let them guess without learning anything.

True or false: one quiz question should test several ideas at once to save time.False. Each question should test one idea so a wrong answer shows exactly which concept needs review.

What should follow an incorrect answer in a self-paced e-learning quiz?An explanation of why the answer is wrong and a pointer to the lesson section that covers it, so the learner can close the gap.

Why place knowledge checks after short sections instead of only at the end?Short sections let learners catch misunderstandings before they build on them, while the material is still fresh.

What is the main limitation of true/false questions?They can be guessed with a 50% chance of success, so they work best alongside questions that require explanation or application.

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Works from the material you already have

Upload PDFs, slides, DOCX files, plain notes or photos of pages. Text recognition reads the content so the quiz follows your own lessons.

Three question types

Choose multiple-choice, true/false or short-answer questions. Each one includes an explanation so learners see why an answer is right or wrong.

Study in the browser for free

The free plan covers 3 generations a month and lets you take quizzes online. Exports to PDF, DOCX and other formats are included in paid plans.

How it works

Upload your source

Add a slide deck, PDF, document or set of notes. Photos of printed pages work too.

Pick question types

Select multiple-choice, true/false or open questions and set how many you want to generate.

Review and take the quiz

Check the generated questions and explanations, then take the quiz in your browser or export it when you upgrade.

Good knowledge checks test one idea at a time, use plausible wrong options and explain each answer. A generator can produce a first draft quickly, and you can edit questions to fit your learners before they go live.

DeckOwl keeps the free plan simple: three generations a month, no credit card to start, and quizzes you can take in the browser. When you need files for a learning management system, paid plans add exports.

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Frequently asked questions

How many questions should a knowledge check include?

Most knowledge checks work best with a small set of questions covering one section, so learners can review the answers right away. Short checks after each section tend to be more useful than one long test at the end.

What makes a quiz question good for e-learning?

A good question tests a single concept, has wrong options that look reasonable, and includes an explanation that points back to the lesson. Edit generated questions so they match the outcomes you want learners to reach.

Can I export my quiz to an LMS?

Exports are a paid feature. Plus includes PDF, DOCX, Anki and CSV export, and Pro adds QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export for learning management systems.

Is the free plan really free?

Yes, you can start without a credit card. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, but it does not include exports.

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