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What a quiz in progress status tells you

A Moodle quiz in progress status usually means a student started an attempt and has not submitted it yet, so the saved answers and the timer stay open on the server. Teachers often spot this in the attempts report after a browser crash, a lost connection or a timed attempt that was never finished. The status is normal, but it can block a retake, so it helps to know how to read it.

Check the attempt report to see when the attempt started and whether its time limit has passed.
Teachers can delete an unfinished attempt or grant a time override, depending on the quiz settings.
Keep generated questions in a separate bank so a quiz can be rebuilt without losing items.
Review every question for accuracy before importing it into Moodle.

Example Moodle quiz questions about attempts in progress

In Moodle, what happens when a timed quiz attempt reaches its time limit?Moodle submits the attempt automatically with the answers saved so far, because the server enforces the time limit.

True or false: closing the browser during a Moodle quiz deletes the attempt.False. The attempt stays open with its saved answers, so the student can usually resume it.

Why might a student see a Continue the last attempt button instead of a new start button?An attempt is still open, and Moodle will not start a new one until that attempt is submitted or deleted.

What is an override in a Moodle quiz?An override changes settings such as the time limit or attempt dates for one student or group, without changing the quiz for everyone.

What does Moodle XML let you do with a generated quiz?It lets you import the questions into a Moodle question bank, because the file follows Moodle's question format and can be reused in quizzes.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a Moodle quiz in progress mean for a student?

It means the student has started an attempt that has not been submitted yet. Moodle keeps the saved answers and the timer, so the student can usually resume where they stopped.

How many questions should a practice quiz on a new topic include?

Start with about 10 to 15 questions per lesson, mixing recall with application. Short sets are easier to review and show gaps faster than long quizzes.

Can I export generated quizzes to Moodle?

Yes, Moodle XML export is included on the Pro plan, which also supports QTI 2.1. The Free plan lets you study in the browser but does not include exports.

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