Turn any PDF into a pub quiz you can run tonight
Skip the generic trivia sheets. DeckOwl builds multiple-choice, true/false and open questions from the material you upload, with explanations for every answer.
Why build your own pub quiz from a file
Most ready-made quiz sheets cover topics nobody in your room has read about, which is why many hosts end up writing questions the night before. If you want a printable sheet, DeckOwl can export a PDF on Plus, but the questions come from the material you choose, so the round matches your own theme, reading list or fact sheet. A pdf pub quiz built this way is easier to check because every answer points back to a source you already trust.
- Start with a themed source, such as a single chapter, a history timeline or a club newsletter.
- Mix question types so the round does not feel like a single long multiple-choice list.
- Read every explanation before the round so you can answer follow-up questions confidently.
- Export a PDF on Plus for printing, or keep it in the browser on the free plan to run from a screen.
Questions from your own material
Upload a PDF, slides, DOCX, plain notes or a photo of a page and get questions drawn from that content.
Explanations on every answer
Each question includes a short explanation, so the quizmaster can settle disputes at the bar without checking the source.
Export when you need it
Export to PDF or DOCX on Plus for a printable answer sheet, or to QTI and Moodle XML on Pro if you run quizzes in a learning platform.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, slides, a document or a photo of notes. Text in images is read with text recognition.
Choose the question types
Pick multiple-choice, true/false or open questions and generate a set for your round.
Review and print
Check the questions, remove any you dislike, then export a printable PDF on Plus or study in the browser on the free plan.
Good trivia questions have one clear answer and no trick wording. Generate a set, then cut anything that is vague or has two defensible answers. Keep a mix of easy openers and harder closers so teams of different sizes all have a chance to score.
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Frequently asked questions
How many questions should a pub quiz round have?
Most rounds work well with 8 to 12 questions per round across 3 or 4 rounds, which keeps the evening moving. Shorter rounds suit weeknight crowds, while longer ones suit teams who meet for a full evening.
How do I write trivia questions that have only one correct answer?
Ask about a single fact with a specific noun, date or number, and avoid words like best or most unless the source defines them. Read each question as a stranger would and remove any that could reasonably have a second answer.
Can I export my pub quiz to PDF?
Yes, PDF export is included on Plus at $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan gives you 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser, without exports.
Do I need a credit card to try it?
No, you can start on the free plan without a credit card. Students with a school email get 40% off paid plans.
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