Language Trivia
1 / 15Fun and surprising facts about the English language
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What is the longest word in English that can be typed using only the top row of a keyboard?
About Language Trivia
Language Trivia is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Fun and surprising facts about the English language 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. What is the longest word in English that can be typed using only the top row of a keyboard?
Answer: Typewriter
2. What is the most commonly used letter in the English language?
Answer: E
3. A word that reads the same backwards and forwards (like 'racecar') is called a what?
Answer: Palindrome
4. The dot over the letters 'i' and 'j' has a special name. What is it?
Answer: A tittle
5. What is the shortest complete sentence in English?
Answer: Go!
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Language Trivia?
Language Trivia 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 Language Trivia free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Language Trivia — 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 Language Trivia take?
Most players finish Language Trivia 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 Language Trivia?
If you enjoyed this word games 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.
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