[For Seniors] Fun “About Me” Quiz! Question Ideas
A “Self-Quiz” is where you create questions about yourself and present them to others.
Naturally, no one but the person who made the quiz knows the answers.
The fun of a Self-Quiz lies in watching the participants think hard and work their way toward answers.
Quizzes are an easy form of brain training and recreation, so why not try enjoying them with older adults as well?
This time, we’ll introduce ideas for Self-Quiz questions geared toward seniors.
Writing the questions on a whiteboard or poster paper may make it easier for participants to come up with answers.
It also provides a chance for seniors to learn more about one another.
Enjoy a pleasant time with a “Self-Quiz” that exercises the mind and deepens social connections.
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[For Seniors] Fun “About Me” Quiz! Question Ideas (1–10)
What games did you like when you were a child?
Let’s make quiz questions about games that seniors enjoyed when they were children, such as tag, hide-and-seek, and hand-clapping games! Depending on the region, the same game may have a different name, and there may even be games unique to that area. If it’s something unfamiliar, the people answering can enjoy it even more as new knowledge.
What hobby have you recently come to like?
When people are asked about what they like or are interested in, it tends to make them happy. Take the plunge and ask about a hobby they’ve recently gotten into! You might hear all kinds of answers, like “I grow houseplants at home” or “I look at the sky every morning.” If they attend a senior facility, you could ask about a recreational activity they’ve recently come to enjoy.
What was your occupation during your active career?
If the older person doesn’t mind talking about private matters, a quiz about their former occupation could be a good idea. Older adults tend to remember things from the past. They might enjoy talking about successes and hardships related to their previous work.
[For Seniors] Fun 'About Me' Quiz! Question Ideas (11–20)
What did you buy with your first paycheck?
Your first paycheck from your first job after entering society. Some of you may remember older adults who left a strong impression on you. Looking back on the past might become a good conversation starter with others. It’s said that talking with others can also help stabilize the mind. It could also be interesting to learn how the things people bought differ by generation.
What was the first record you bought?
“What was the first CD you bought?” has become a common theme on TV shows these days, hasn’t it? For many older people, the first music medium they purchased was probably a record. Through quizzes, some may look back not only on songs by their favorite singers or classical music, but also on the memories from when they bought them.
What is your favorite sport?
This is a perfect question for seniors who enjoy sports. You can answer with a sport you’ve played and liked, or one you enjoy watching. There are sports that became major trends, like volleyball, marathons, and baseball, as well as many that are easy for older adults to take up, such as walking, gateball, and pétanque. It seems like we’ll get a variety of answers and have a lively discussion.
When is your favorite season?
Japan has four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. You might have reasons for liking a particular season, such as “I like spring because it’s warm and cozy,” or “I like winter because I can see my grandchildren during New Year’s.” For older adults who may find it harder to sense the seasons, this could be a chance to help them recall and reconnect with those seasonal feelings.