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The Times General Knowledge Quiz Book brings together 200 quizzes and 4,000 questions across subjects including geography, music, film, literature, sport, politics, science, history and wildlife. Its 20-question pyramid format ramps up the challenge and each quiz ends with a picture question, making it suited to solo play or group quiz sessions.
At a glance
- 200 general knowledge quizzes with 4,000 questions in total.
- Each quiz uses a 20-question pyramid, with questions becoming progressively harder.
- A picture question closes each quiz.
- Topics include geography, music, the arts, film, literature, sport, politics, science, history and wildlife.
- Listing says it can be played with friends, colleagues or family, or tackled solo.
Reference price: £10.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The large question pool and broad subject mix give quiz groups plenty of material to work through.
- Progressive difficulty offers a clear change of pace within each 20-question quiz.
- The final picture question adds a visual round to otherwise general-knowledge questions.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Times Books |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Print length | 416 pages |
| Publication date | 27 Aug. 2026 |
| ISBN-10 | 0008821062 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0008821067 |
| Dimensions | 12.86 x 2.06 x 19.84 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 270 g |
| Number of quizzes | 200 |
|---|---|
| Number of questions | 4000 |
| Questions per quiz | 20 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families and friends looking for a shared quiz activity.
- General-knowledge fans who want varied subject matter and a gradually harder format.
- Gift buyers considering a quiz book for someone who enjoys trivia.
Less suited to
- Readers specifically seeking a single-subject quiz collection or non-quiz puzzles.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the top two star categories, but a smaller low-star share indicates that experiences are not uniformly favourable. The rating data gives no specific reasons for either response, so it cannot establish whether the question mix, difficulty or picture rounds suit a particular buyer.
Frequently asked questions
How many quizzes and questions are listed?
The listing states that the book contains 200 quizzes and 4,000 questions.
How are the quizzes structured?
Each quiz is described as having 20 questions that become progressively more challenging, followed by a picture question.
What subjects does it cover?
Listed subjects include geography, music, the arts, film, literature, sport, politics, science, history and wildlife.
Can it be played alone?
The listing describes both solo play and playing with friends, colleagues or family.
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