[For Seniors] Boost Your Knowledge! Fun Trivia Quiz
“I wonder what this animal is.” “Who could this historical figure be?” There are still many things even older adults may not know, right?
So this time, we’re introducing a set of trivia quizzes we’d like older adults to try.
Even seniors with a wealth of knowledge might come across trivia that makes them say, “I learned that for the first time.”
What’s more, getting the answers right can boost motivation, making these quizzes great for recreational activities at senior facilities.
They’re excellent brain training, of course, and we hope everyone enjoys them together, including sharing stories related to the trivia quizzes.
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[For Seniors] Boost Your Knowledge! Fun Trivia Quiz (1–10)
Food Name Quiz
A quiz where you guess the name of a food or dish from a photo is a game that people of all ages can enjoy.
Even for seniors who have likely seen countless foods, having to answer instantly when shown only a photo engages the brain at full speed, making it a good memory-training activity.
Of course, you can also give hints such as ingredients or distinctive visual features, so tailor the questions to the level of your group.
It’s also fun to craft questions that sit at that sweet spot of whether the name comes to mind right away.
This is a quiz we recommend incorporating into recreational activities.
Sea Creatures Quiz
You might think, “A game where you guess sea creatures? That’s easy, right?” But if you’re only shown a close-up of part of the animal, you might find yourself stumped for a moment! Even if you know the creature’s features, patterns, and shape, it can take time to recognize it when you can’t see the whole thing.
It’s also effective as brain training for older adults, so it’s highly recommended for day-service recreational activities! If it seems like answers are taking a while, you could prepare hints, such as the first letter of the animal’s name or notable characteristics.
What does it stand for?
There are many cases where words we use every day without thinking turn out to be abbreviations! Even “ballpoint pen,” “shokupan” (white bread), and “densha” (train) are actually shortened forms.
Try giving a trivia quiz where people guess the full terms behind these abbreviations! Even older adults with long life experience might discover something new and say, “I never knew that!” Discoveries like these can stimulate the brain, so why not incorporate them into day-service activities or family time at home?
[For Seniors] Boost Your Knowledge! Fun Trivia Quiz (11–20)
Which country leads the parade of nations at the Olympic opening ceremony?NEW!
As for the order of the opening parade, it has actually changed over time.
In fact, even in Japan, the 1964, 1972, and 1998 Games used the alphabetical order, but in 2021 it switched to the Japanese syllabary order.
However, despite such changes, the country that enters first has remained the same.
The correct answer is Greece, because it is the birthplace of the modern Olympics.
In recent years, the country hosting the next Olympics is also often placed near the end.
Difficult Kanji Quiz
It’s a simple quiz where you think about how to read the kanji presented.
Even for words you see or say every day, you might find you can’t read them when they appear as kanji.
Since the key is to retrieve the answer from memory, make good use of hints to stimulate your brain.
If you narrow the questions down to categories like food or seasons, and provide hints such as revealing the first syllable after a set amount of time, it may help participants realize the answer.
Prefecture Quiz
There are still many little-known facts about Japan’s prefectures! Let’s enjoy a trivia quiz about them together with seniors.
It might be easy for people from that region, but it can also be a great way to share and have fun with those who don’t know.
When presenting it at places like senior day-service centers, offering three choices is recommended.
Try learning the reasons behind the correct answers too.
Deepening understanding of the area can also help stimulate the brain!
World Geography Quiz
This is a quiz where you look at a world map showing only borders and try to guess the name of a specified country.
It’s especially recommended for those who are knowledgeable about world history or geography, or who are interested in overseas travel.
After the correct answer is revealed, learning information about the country as well can deepen your understanding of it.
If the country’s position on the world map alone isn’t enough, it’s also a good idea to offer hints in the form of country facts.
This quiz not only helps retrieve memories but also fosters the acquisition of new knowledge, making it a great way to stimulate the brain.