Word Trivia
5 questions per level on word origins, etymology, and language facts.
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How to play
- Read the trivia question.
- Pick the right answer from 4 choices.
- Right = +10 pts. Either way, you'll see a quick fact about the answer.
- 5 rounds per level. Win threshold rises with difficulty: 2-of-5 (easy) up to 5-of-5 (bonus).
Why this game?
Etymology is one of the most underrated vocabulary tools. Knowing that "auto-" means SELF unlocks AUTOMATIC, AUTOBIOGRAPHY, AUTOPILOT all at once. Each round here teaches one such building block.