[For Seniors] Fun Brain Training! February-Themed Quiz
February still feels quite chilly.
How about enjoying some lively time with older adults by doing a “February-themed quiz” indoors where it’s warm? We’ve gathered a wide variety of questions about February, including events and vocabulary, seasonal foods perfect for the cold weather, and hot spring trivia that will warm the body and soul! If it’s a field they’re good at, older adults may find it easier to participate in the quiz.
And anything they don’t know can be enjoyed as new knowledge.
Solving quizzes while looking back on the past and recalling old memories helps stimulate the brain.
Please make good use of this “February-themed quiz” and have a wonderful time.
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[For Seniors] Fun Brain Training! February-Themed Quiz (1–10)
Winter Natural Phenomena Quiz
As the temperature drops, we see winter-specific changes in nature, like water freezing.
This quiz focuses on phenomena that occur in nature when more specific conditions overlap.
By learning about phenomena that can only be seen in certain regions—such as water vapor in the air turning into crystals or curtain-like lights appearing in the night sky—you can gain new knowledge.
By also asking about the sets of conditions under which these phenomena occur, you can learn about differences in winter environments across regions.
idiom
You often hear these words, but aren’t there some you remember incorrectly? Let’s gather idiomatic expressions like “koharu-biyori” and “chie-atsu,” which seem usable even in winter, and have fun with a quiz! Unlike proverbs, idioms are made by combining two or more words and are familiar in everyday life.
You can learn both their meanings and how to use them, so it’s brain training and kills two birds with one stone! Why not start with ones that aren’t too difficult and enjoy yourself?
Valentine
Valentine’s Day is a big event on February 14, isn’t it? Many people associate it with an occasion for lovers and with giving chocolate to someone special.
How about a quiz on the history of Valentine’s Day and on chocolate, which is essential to the celebration? If we explore whether Japan’s way of celebrating Valentine’s Day is the same as in the rest of the world, how chocolate is made, and what benefits it may have, we might make some new discoveries.
Deepening your knowledge of Valentine’s Day could also increase your affection for the event.
[For Seniors] Fun Brain Training! February-Themed Quiz (11–20)
Cat Trivia Quiz
February 22 has been designated Cat Day in Japan, based on the wordplay “nyan nyan nyan,” which mimics a cat’s meow.
Since we often picture cats curling up under a kotatsu in winter, this season is also perfect for thinking about our feline friends.
This content deepens our understanding of cats—who are also important partners to humans—through trivia quizzes.
You might find it useful for living with cats, too, as it covers topics like how many breeds there are and what emotions are conveyed by their various behaviors.
winter cuisine
Set themes such as winter dishes and seasonal flavors, and have participants answer questions.
Even if a question seems simple and the answer is obvious at first glance, you can add an element of discovery—like learning for the first time that an ingredient is actually a winter food.
If you include both items whose peak season is unclear and ones with difficult-to-read kanji, the difficulty increases significantly, so incorporate these cleverly as the quiz progresses.
Since some words are rarely written in kanji, if it seems too challenging, proceed while devising helpful hints.
Winter Wildflower Quiz
In the harsh cold of winter, many people may feel that plants like grasses and flowers don’t really grow.
How about taking a closer look at winter’s natural world through a quiz about the plants that bravely endure the cold? Some flowers bloom from autumn into winter, and others from winter into spring, so you might discover plants that don’t fit your usual image of winter.
If you learn not only their names and fun facts but also the kinds of places they inhabit, it could give you something to look forward to when you go out during the winter.
Intro Quiz
An intro quiz, where you play a short snippet from the beginning of a song and have people guess the title, is a classic format.
Choosing the right songs is key to making it enjoyable for more participants, and setting a theme is also recommended.
Since it’s February, announcing themes like Setsubun, Valentine’s Day, or winter-related songs can make it easier for participants to think of answers.
You might even make new discoveries through the songs—such as instruments and tones commonly used to evoke a wintry feel, or what kinds of lyrical themes and worlds are most prevalent.