World Record Holders
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About World Record Holders
Amazing world records and record holders This free general knowledge activity is built for older adults who want clear, readable browser-based games without sign-up friction.
General knowledge games mix recall, reasoning, and pattern recognition to keep each round varied and mentally engaging. This quiz includes 15 questions, so it works well as a quick session or as part of a longer brain-training routine. A printable version is available if you prefer offline play or want to share the game at home, in a classroom, or in a group setting.
About World Record Holders
World Record Holders is a free general knowledge quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 6 medium, 5 hard, 4 easy questions. Amazing world records and record holders A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. Who holds the record for the fastest 100-meter sprint, clocking 9.58 seconds in 2009?
Answer: Usain Bolt
Usain Bolt of Jamaica set the world record of 9.58 seconds in the 100-meter dash at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin, Germany. This record still stands today.
2. What is the Guinness World Record for the longest human lifespan ever verified?
Answer: 122 years
Jeanne Calment of France holds the verified record for the longest human lifespan at 122 years and 164 days. She lived from February 21, 1875, to August 4, 1997.
3. Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles?
Answer: Brazil
Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup a record five times (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002), more than any other nation in the history of the tournament.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in World Record Holders?
World Record Holders has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is World Record Holders free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including World Record Holders — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does World Record Holders take?
Most players finish World Record Holders in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after World Record Holders?
If you enjoyed this general knowledge quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.