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Preparing questions for a Thursday night

The quizmaster's usual problem is running out of fresh questions by the second round. A Thursday pub quiz in Edinburgh runs better when the questions come from material you have checked yourself, such as a history book, a walking tour handout or your own notes on the city.

Use one theme per round so the teams can build on what they already know.
Write a backup answer for any question that could have two correct responses.
Mix easy openers with harder questions near the end of each round.
Read each explanation aloud after the answer to keep the room engaged.

Example Edinburgh general knowledge quiz questions

Which volcanic rock formation does Edinburgh Castle sit on?Castle Rock. It is a volcanic plug, the hardened core of an old volcano, which explains why the castle has such a steep site.

What is the historic street running from Edinburgh Castle down to Holyrood Palace called?The Royal Mile. It is the traditional route that links the castle with the palace and is lined with old closes and buildings.

Which arts festival takes place in Edinburgh every August?The Edinburgh Festival Fringe. It is one of the largest arts festivals in the world, with performances across the city during the summer.

Which author who created Sherlock Holmes was born in Edinburgh?Arthur Conan Doyle. He was born in Edinburgh in 1859, and his early life in the city influenced his writing.

What is the name of the firth that Edinburgh faces to the north?The Firth of Forth. It is the estuary of the River Forth, and the city's port of Leith lies on its southern shore.

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Multiple-choice rounds

Get questions with four options and a short explanation for each correct answer, so the host can settle disputes quickly.

True or false and short answer

Mix quick true/false starters with short-answer questions for the tiebreaker round.

Built from your own material

Questions come from the files you upload, so the round reflects the facts you chose to cover.

How it works

Upload your source

Add a PDF, DOCX, slides, plain notes or a photo of a page with text.

Pick the question types

Choose multiple-choice, true/false or short answer, then generate the set.

Check and run the round

Review the questions and explanations, then read them out on Thursday.

Start with two or three sources on the same theme, like Edinburgh landmarks or Scottish history. Generate a set for each round, then remove anything that is too obscure or too close to another question. Keep the explanations handy so you can give the answer and the reason in one sentence.

Exports are useful when the round needs to be printed or shared with other hosts. PDF and DOCX files are available on the Plus plan, and QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML exports are on Pro.

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Frequently asked questions

How many questions should a pub quiz round have?

Most rounds work well with 8 to 10 questions, which gives teams time to discuss without dragging. Shorter rounds suit a busy bar, while longer ones can work for a fixed-length event.

What general knowledge topics work well for Edinburgh quizzes?

Edinburgh history, Scottish literature, landmarks and local festivals give teams familiar ground while still being challenging. Using your own source files keeps the facts accurate and easy to check.

Is there a free plan?

Yes, the free plan includes 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser. Exports are paid features, so PDF and DOCX files need the Plus plan and QTI or Moodle XML files need Pro.

Can I export questions for a quiz platform?

Yes, PDF and DOCX exports are on Plus, and QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML exports are on Pro. No credit card is needed to start on the free plan.

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