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Writing a pub quiz round that works on the night

Running a pub quiz in Jesmond usually means balancing questions that stump the sharpest team with ones everyone can attempt. Starting from a source you trust, such as a book, a documentary transcript or your own notes, gives you a clear base for each category.

Keep each question to one clear answer so scoring stays fast.
Mix categories such as history, science, geography and popular culture.
Test any true/false statement for hidden ambiguity before using it.
Write a one-line explanation for every answer so you can settle disputes quickly.

Example general knowledge trivia questions

Which river runs through Newcastle upon Tyne?The River Tyne. The city takes its name from the river and the castle built beside it in 1080.

What is the capital of Australia?Canberra. It was chosen as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne, the two largest rival cities.

True or false: honey can stay edible for a very long time when sealed.True. Honey's low moisture and acidity make it very resistant to spoilage when stored properly.

Which planet has the most confirmed moons in the solar system?Saturn. Its large number of confirmed moons has grown steadily as astronomers have found more small ones.

Who wrote the novel Frankenstein?Mary Shelley. The novel was first published anonymously in 1818, before her name appeared on later editions.

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Built from your material

Upload PDFs, slides, DOCX files, plain notes or photos of pages, and the questions come from what you actually provide.

Three question types

Mix multiple-choice, true/false and open questions so your round has variety for teams with different strengths.

Explanations included

Every question comes with a short explanation, so you can settle disputes at the bar and check answers quickly.

How it works

Upload your source

Add a PDF, slide deck, document or set of notes covering the topics you want in the round.

Choose question types

Pick multiple-choice, true/false or open questions and review the generated set before quiz night.

Run the round

Print or share your questions, or export them on a paid plan for use in other quiz tools.

A good round uses a consistent mix of difficulty, with a few easy openers and a couple of harder finishers. Checking each question against its explanation before the night helps you catch ambiguous wording, which is the most common cause of arguments at the table.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I write good general knowledge trivia questions?

Aim for a single, verifiable answer that a well-read person could know without guessing. Avoid double negatives and questions where two answers could both be defended.

What makes a trivia question fair for a pub quiz?

Fair questions have one correct answer, a clear wording and a difficulty that matches your audience. Pair each answer with a brief explanation so the host can justify it.

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