English · Culture & Society
quiz
/kwɪz/
[/kwɪz/]
a short test
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A quiz is a short, informal test with a small number of questions. Teachers use quizzes to check understanding quickly.
Example
We had a surprise quiz on vocabulary today.
We had a surprise quiz on vocabulary today.
Etymology
Of uncertain origin; first recorded in the early 19th century.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for short, often low-stakes classroom tests.