Introduction:
A quiz in an e-learning course should be more than just a check mark on a checklist. Well-designed questions help consolidate knowledge, promote self-reflection, and make learning progress measurable. In this article, we’ll show you how to create effective quiz questions with Lessonator—with examples and best practices.
Why use a quiz at all?
A quiz fulfills several didactic functions:
- It activates what has been learned.
- It helps with self-assessment.
- It can serve as proof of performance (SCORM/xAPI).
- It promotes transfer to long-term memory
Good questions challenge – they don’t confuse.
– Christian Böhm, trainer & coach
Characteristics of good quiz questions
- Precisely worded
Avoid ambiguities, unclear terms, or pitfalls.
- Content-related
Only test what has been taught previously. - Relevant for practical use
Link to realistic scenarios or applications. - Choose answer options carefully
No obvious “fakes,” but also no “trick questions.” - Include feedback
Every answer—right or wrong—can be explained.
Quiz types in Lessonator
Lessonator offers several question types that you can easily incorporate with a click:
| Question type | Area of application |
|---|---|
| Multiple choice | Classic, versatile, scalable |
| Right/wrong | Ideal for defining terms or rules |
| Matching | Good for terms, definitions, examples |
| Cloze text | Activates memory skills |
Practical tips
- Use one question per topic – not too many at once
- For multiple choice: max. 4 answer options
- Provide a hint page or feedback for incorrect answers
- No negative questions (“Which statement is incorrect…”) – they often lead to confusion
Conclusion
A good quiz is not an end in itself – it is a didactic tool for activating learners and consolidating knowledge. With Lessonator, you can incorporate questions quickly, intuitively, and in a visually appealing way – for lasting learning effects.