Step onto the quiz show stage in this high-energy digital game all about recognising bias in written language. Students will answer a series of 20 multiple-choice questions that help them uncover bias in various forms, strengthening their ability to distinguish between objective and subjective language. With rounds worth one, two, and three points, the stakes rise with every question!

Throughout the game, students will be asked to define what bias is, identify the potential impact of biased language, and examine examples to determine which sentence reveals bias. This builds critical reading skills and encourages students to think deeply about the language used in media, persuasive texts, and everyday communication. A surprise prize awaits the quiz champion!

Who will earn the most points and take home the grand prize?

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Understand the definition and purpose of bias in language
• ✅ Distinguish between biased and neutral/objective language
• ✅ Identify examples of bias in written sentences
• ✅ Develop critical thinking skills through language analysis
• ✅ Engage in meaningful literacy practise through quiz-style gameplay

How to Play:

1. Students are presented with 20 multiple-choice questions focused on identifying bias.
2. Rounds include one-point, double-point, and triple-point questions to increase challenge and excitement.
3. Correct answers earn points and move the player up the leaderboard.
4. The game continues until all questions have been answered.
5. At the end, the student with the most points wins and receives a digital prize reveal!

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use during media literacy or persuasive writing units to build awareness of bias
• 💡 Follow up with a task where students rewrite biased statements to make them neutral
• 💡 Ideal for Year 5–6 students developing critical reading and reasoning skills
• 💡 Use in pairs or groups to prompt discussion about fairness, language, and tone

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Let students personalise their experience by choosing from six characters before the game begins
• 💛 Select the number of players or teams at the start of the game to suit individual, paired, or group play
• 💛 Send the QR code home for students to play as a homework or revision task

Let’s Quiz – Identifying Bias equips students with the tools to spot persuasive tricks and hidden opinions, making them sharper readers and stronger communicators, one question at a time!