[For Seniors] Fun Quiz Questions That Will Liven Up December
December is a busy month with many events leading up to the New Year holidays.
Many care facilities, such as day service centers, also hold a variety of recreational activities.
In this article, we introduce fun quiz questions for seniors that are sure to get everyone excited in December!
It’s packed with quizzes about major events like Christmas, as well as winter foods, nature, and other December themes—please use it as a reference.
Enjoy a fun winter while doing quizzes.
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[For seniors] Fun quiz questions that get lively in December (11–20)
Current Affairs Spot-the-Difference
This is a collection of puzzles that combine spot-the-difference with current events! It’s very simple: compare several illustrations and pick out the differences.
However, since the topics are based on events that happened in Japan around 2020, it might spark conversations like “That’s how it was back then,” or “Oh right, that was in the news too.”
‘Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti’ riddle letters
Carefully observe the characteristics of the characters given and answer.
This is a wordplay puzzle using the phrase “Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Ka.” The key point is that the characters “Mi” and “So” are displayed larger.
Another hint is that it seems to be a special day.
The answer is “Ōmisoka” (New Year’s Eve).
Many people might catch on from the large “Mi” and “So.” If you present this around the end of the year or when it gets cold, the correct answer rate might go up.
Difficult Kanji Quiz
Difficult-to-read kanji are a popular type of quiz, aren’t they? Since they feature characters that seem readable but are just out of reach, everyone can have a lively time together.
The quiz focuses on tricky kanji related to winter foods, so you can enjoy a seasonal feel as well—that’s a nice touch.
It also seems like a good conversation starter.
By the way, the first half includes easier kanji like “carrot,” while the second half gradually gets harder, featuring items like the kanji for “spinach.” Still, there are hints provided, so even those who aren’t confident with kanji can feel at ease.
Intro Quiz
The intro quiz, familiar from quiz shows, is popular across generations! In honor of “Sound Day” on December 6, how about enjoying an intro quiz related to sounds with older adults? It’s recommended to choose songs that are familiar to their generation, such as classic hits from the early to mid-Showa era.
There are plenty of hits from back then—like “Tokyo no Bus Girl” and “Aoi Sanmyaku”—so do some research! Since some participants may be hard of hearing, it might be good to pay attention to the intro volume and other sound settings.
Spot the Difference in Winter
Spot-the-difference puzzles, which are also gaining attention as a form of brain training.
In this type, the screen is split into two, and you compare the illustrations or photos shown on each side.
The difficulty is just right, so I think both people who struggle with spot-the-difference and those who are good at it can enjoy it.
Some puzzles use beautiful photos and cute illustrations, making them great for a refreshing break during the winter when you tend to stay indoors.
Winter Wild Bird Quiz
This is a simple quiz where we show photos and videos of wild birds commonly seen in winter and have participants guess the species.
Many people may have seen these birds but never thought about their names.
Through the quiz, we hope participants will deepen their knowledge and be inspired to observe birds outdoors.
Some birds have distinctive patterns or behaviors, so it’s important to craft hints carefully to encourage thoughtful answers.
For those who don’t know much about birds, simply enjoying the birds’ cute behaviors is perfectly fine.
[For Seniors] Fun Quiz Questions That Heat Up in December (21–30)
Hyakunin Isshu Quiz
Hyakunin Isshu is a classic New Year’s pastime, isn’t it? If you use it for a quiz, it could highlight both its familiarity and the excitement of looking forward to the New Year.
The idea is to line up two poems with parts hidden and have participants think of the word they share in common.
Those who remember the Hyakunin Isshu can trace their memories, while those who don’t can deduce the answer from the poems’ meanings.
If you select poems that depict winter scenes and help people understand their meanings, it might even give them a reason to enjoy the cold winter.