Online Trivia
Teams compete in a virtual trivia competition using online quiz platforms with real-time scoring and leaderboards.
Online Trivia transforms traditional quiz games into an engaging virtual team-building activity using platforms like Kahoot, Quizizz, or Mentimeter. Teams or individuals answer questions across various categories, competing for the top spot on live leaderboards. The competitive element, combined with knowledge sharing and collaborative problem-solving, makes this an excellent icebreaker for remote meetings, virtual events, and online training sessions.
Objective
Foster friendly competition, knowledge sharing, and team engagement in virtual settings.
- Online trivia platform (Kahoot, Quizizz, Trivia Maker)
- Prepared questions
- Video conferencing
How to Play
Create the Quiz
30 minBuild a quiz with 15-30 questions using an online platform. Mix difficulty levels and include varied categories.
Share Access Instructions
5 minSend participants the game code or link. Test access beforehand to troubleshoot issues.
Form Teams or Play Individually
3 minDecide whether participants compete individually or in teams. Use breakout rooms for team discussions if playing in teams.
Play the Game
25 minLaunch the quiz. Questions appear on screen, participants answer on their devices. Leaderboard updates after each question.
Review and Celebrate
7 minReview interesting questions or surprising facts. Celebrate top performers and award virtual prizes.
Pro Tips
Customize questions to your audience - include company/industry-specific questions for relevance.
Keep questions timed (15-30 seconds) to maintain energy and prevent over-thinking.
Variations
Try these variations to adapt the game for different contexts and group sizes.
Changes:
- Audio/video clips embedded in quiz
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