Quiz Master

Role Overview

As Quiz Master, you host a friendly quiz segment that tests members' listening skills and knowledge of the evening's meeting. Think pub quiz meets Toastmasters - engaging, fun, and educational.

Preparing Your Questions

What to Ask About (10-15 questions)

Speech Content: Main topics, key points, or memorable stories shared
Meeting Details: Word of the day, timing reports, or special announcements
Role Performance: Observations from Timer, Grammarian, or Ah-Counter
General Details: Speaker names, speech titles, or Table Topics questions

Question Difficulty

Easy (40%): Most members should know these
Medium (40%): Requires good listening
Challenging (20%): Reward excellent attention

Sample Questions

"What was tonight's word of the day?"
"How many 'ums' did the Ah-Counter report for John's speech?"
"What was the main topic of Sarah's presentation?"
"Which member mentioned visiting Italy during Table Topics?"

Running Your Quiz

Opening

"Time to test your listening skills! I have [number] questions about tonight's meeting. Raise your hand to answer, and we'll keep score. Ready to see who was really paying attention?"

Format Options

Manual Quiz: Ask questions, members raise hands, keep score on paper
Simple Digital: Use basic online tools if preferred
Team Style: Divide room into teams for collaborative answers
Individual: Track individual scores for personal recognition

Keeping It Engaging

Ask questions with energy and enthusiasm
Give thinking time for harder questions
Encourage participation from everyone
Celebrate correct answers warmly
Don't penalize wrong answers harshly

Scoring and Prizes

Recognition Options

Bragging Rights: Simple recognition and applause
Small Prizes: Pens, chocolates, or certificates if budget allows
Public Recognition: Mention winners in newsletter or next meeting
Team Competition: Groups compete for collective glory

Sample Conclusion

"Congratulations to [winner] with [score] correct answers! Thanks everyone for participating - your listening skills were impressive tonight. This shows how engaged our club members are with each meeting!"

Your Growth

This role develops:

Event hosting and entertainment skills
Quick thinking and crowd management
Listening skills through question preparation
Ability to create engaging, interactive experiences

Every quiz you host makes meetings more memorable and encourages active listening throughout the club!