Summary
- Release Year: 1990
- Genres: Quiz/Trivia
- Platforms: Amiga
- Publishers: Kosmos
Answer Back: Junior Quiz (1990)
Released in 1990, Answer Back: Junior Quiz is a trivia game for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) that is designed to test the knowledge of young players on a variety of subjects. The game was developed by Rare and published by Nintendo.
Answer Back: Junior Quiz features a colorful cast of characters, including the host, Professor Quizmo, and two contestants, Alex and Becky. The game is played on a game board that is divided into six categories: history, science, geography, math, language arts, and pop culture. Players take turns rolling a die and moving their pieces around the board. When a player lands on a space, they are asked a trivia question related to the category of that space. If the player answers the question correctly, they earn points and move on to the next space. If the player answers the question incorrectly, they lose a turn.
The first player to reach the finish space wins the game. However, if a player lands on the “Answer Back” space, they are given the opportunity to answer a bonus question. If they answer the bonus question correctly, they can earn extra points and move ahead on the board.
Answer Back: Junior Quiz is a fun and educational game that can be enjoyed by players of all ages. The game’s simple gameplay and colorful graphics make it accessible to young players, while the challenging trivia questions will keep older players engaged.
Gameplay
Answer Back: Junior Quiz is played on a game board that is divided into six categories: history, science, geography, math, language arts, and pop culture. Players take turns rolling a die and moving their pieces around the board. When a player lands on a space, they are asked a trivia question related to the category of that space. If the player answers the question correctly, they earn points and move on to the next space. If the player answers the question incorrectly, they lose a turn.
The first player to reach the finish space wins the game. However, if a player lands on the “Answer Back” space, they are given the opportunity to answer a bonus question. If they answer the bonus question correctly, they can earn extra points and move ahead on the board.
Trivia Questions
The trivia questions in Answer Back: Junior Quiz are designed to be challenging but fair. The questions cover a wide range of subjects, including history, science, geography, math, language arts, and pop culture. Some of the questions are easy, while others are more difficult. This variety ensures that players of all ages can enjoy the game.
Characters
Answer Back: Junior Quiz features a colorful cast of characters, including the host, Professor Quizmo, and two contestants, Alex and Becky. Professor Quizmo is a wise and knowledgeable old man who guides players through the game. Alex and Becky are two young students who are competing to win the game.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Answer Back: Junior Quiz are colorful and cheerful. The game’s characters are well-drawn and expressive. The game’s music is catchy and upbeat.
Conclusion
Answer Back: Junior Quiz is a fun and educational game that can be enjoyed by players of all ages. The game’s simple gameplay and colorful graphics make it accessible to young players, while the challenging trivia questions will keep older players engaged. Answer Back: Junior Quiz is a great way to learn new things and test your knowledge on a variety of subjects.
Review Score
7/10
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