Instant AI Quiz Generator for Tests With Explanations
Stop wasting time manually creating tests. Upload any PDF, DOCX, or image, and our AI instantly generates robust quizzes complete with detailed answer explanations and interactive practice modes.
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CogniGuide at a glance
- What you get
- Multiple-choice quizzes with an explanation for each answer. Free: up to 10 questions per quiz (20 on your first 3 creations). Plus: up to 30.
- Exports
- Practice online on any plan. Plus downloads quizzes as PDF, Word, QTI and Moodle XML.
- Price
- Free plan: 5 creations a week, up to 3 a day. Plus: $9.99/month or $99.90/year (USD; local prices at checkout).
- Sign-up
- A free account is required before you create anything (Google or email). No credit card.
- What you can upload
- PDF, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), plain text or Markdown, and images (PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF), or type a topic. One file per creation on the free plan; several at once on Plus.
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Master Concepts Through Active Recall and Immediate Feedback
Our intelligent generation engine turns study materials into high-utility assessment tools, simulating real exam pressures.
Source Material Conversion
Upload your existing lecture slides, textbook chapters, or research PDFs. The AI expertly extracts core concepts to build highly relevant knowledge checks tailored exactly to your required syllabus.
Deep Learning Explanations
Every question comes paired with a detailed explanation for the correct answer, reinforcing understanding immediately. This supports true explanation-based learning, moving beyond simple right/wrong validation.
Validated Practice Modes
Practice in interactive mode to simulate real exam conditions with optional timers, or export your assessment instantly. Build confidence knowing you've tested recall under pressure.
From Document to Diagnostic Assessment in Three Steps
Leveraging advanced NLP, we streamline the creation of complex, detailed assessments so you can focus purely on studying.
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Step 1: Input Your Content
Upload your learning materials (PDFs, PowerPoints, Word docs) or simply type a detailed prompt outlining the topic you need tested.
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Step 2: AI Generation & Structuring
Our AI analyzes the content to formulate diverse question types, constructs logically sound distractors, and drafts precise, educational explanations for every answer.
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Step 3: Practice, Review, or Export
Take the quiz in an interactive, timed environment, or export the finalized assessment package in formats like PDF, Word (DOCX), QTI 2.1, or Moodle XML for LMS integration.
Why AI-Driven Quizzes with Explanations Outperform Static Tests
Achieving mastery requires targeted practice. Relying on generic online resources rarely aligns perfectly with your specific curriculum. Generating a relevant quiz with explanations based directly on your study notes ensures maximum retention and bridges precise knowledge gaps.
- Ensures assessment relevance to uploaded content.
- Facilitates efficient active recall sessions.
- Provides comprehensive rationale for deeper understanding.
Utilize our robust generation capabilities to create timed quizzes that challenge your preparation effectively, offering the expert feedback loop necessary for exam success.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Assessment Generation
Get clarity on how our AI tool works to optimize your study workflow.
How does the AI generate questions and detailed explanations?
The AI analyzes the semantic structure and key concepts within your uploaded files. It formulates multiple-choice questions based on these concepts and then generates a concise, expert-level rationale explaining why the correct option is factually accurate, supporting deeper knowledge consolidation.
What file types can I upload to create my specialized quiz?
We support robust input formats including PDF documents, Microsoft Word (DOCX), PowerPoint presentations, and various image files (JPEG, PNG). Alternatively, you can provide a direct text prompt.
Can I export quizzes created with detailed explanations?
Yes. While interactive practice uses the explanations online, you can export the entire structure. Supported offline formats include standard PDF and Word (DOCX) files. For institutional use, we also support QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML exports.
Is it free to generate quizzes with explanations and practice modes?
The app offers a generous free tier allowing you to experience the core functionality. Advanced features, like accessing our most powerful AI model or gaining significantly more generation credits for high-volume testing, are available through our paid subscription plan.