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Turn your ZEP vocabulary SD notes into a practice quiz

Upload the word lists, slides or readings you already have. DeckOwl writes questions with explanations so you test recall instead of rereading.

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Why a generated quiz beats rereading a word list

Vocabulary lists go stale fast when you only reread them. A ZEP vocabulary SD quiz built from your own handout forces you to retrieve each meaning, which is what makes the word stick.

Quiz on definitions and also on words used in context
Retake only the items you missed until you answer them cleanly
Use true/false questions to catch near-miss meanings
Keep a running list of root words that appear across terms

Example vocabulary quiz questions (general word list)

Which word means lasting only a short time?Ephemeral. It comes from a Greek word meaning lasting a day, so it fits anything brief.

What does benevolent mean?Kind and generous. The root bene- means good, as in benefit.

True or false: verbose means using few words.False. Verbose means using more words than needed.

What does candid mean in a candid answer?Honest and direct. A candid answer openly shows what the person really thinks.

Which word means to make something less severe?Mitigate. It means reducing the harm or impact of something, such as mitigating a risk.

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Three question types

Multiple choice, true/false and short answer questions are generated from your own material, so the quiz matches what you were assigned.

Explanations on every item

Each answer comes with a short explanation, so a wrong guess becomes a lesson on the word's meaning or root.

Works from messy inputs

Upload PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text or photos of pages. Photos are read with text recognition.

How it works

Add your material

Upload a PDF, slide deck, Word file, text notes or a photo of a vocabulary page.

Choose the question types

Pick multiple choice, true/false or short answer, or combine them in one quiz.

Take the quiz and review

Answer in the browser, read the explanations for misses, then retake the questions you got wrong.

Because the questions come from your material, you practice the exact terms and definitions your teacher used. The explanations show the reasoning behind each answer, such as a shared root or a usage clue in the sentence.

You can study in the browser on the free plan, which includes 3 generations per month. Paid plans add export so you can print the quiz or bring it into a learning platform.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I quiz myself on new vocabulary?

Short sessions spread over several days usually work better than one long cram session. A quick quiz the day after you first see the words helps more than another reread.

Should vocabulary quizzes test definitions or words in context?

Use both. Definition questions check whether you know the meaning, and context questions check whether you can use the word correctly in a sentence.

Can I export my vocabulary quiz?

Yes, but exports are a paid feature. PDF and DOCX export are on the Plus plan, and QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export are on Pro.

Do I need a credit card to try DeckOwl?

No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card and generate up to 3 quizzes per month.

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