Mother’s Day Quiz
Celebrate with our fun and challenging Mother’s Day quiz. Perfect for family gatherings, parties, or community events, these printable questions and answers cover a wonderful variety of topics including famous mothers in history, iconic film roles, classic literature, and cultural traditions.
This quiz includes carefully curated questions that celebrate the roles and history of mothers across pop culture, art, and world events. Ideal for a fun family activity, a local community gathering, or as an entertaining round in a Mother’s Day themed pub quiz.
Two versions are included: an Answer Key Version for the quiz master or for quick self-checking, and a Quiz Version without answers to hand out to participants.
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About This Quiz
- Instant downloadable PDF
- Designed for family members of all ages, from teens to seniors
- Covers film, history, art, mythology, and famous mothers
- Clear, professional layout perfect for printing at home or in the office
- Includes both Quiz and Answer Key versions
- Ideal for Mother’s Day lunches, tea parties, or school events
Sample Questions
Here’s a small sample of the types of questions included:
- Which actress starred as the central mother figure in the 2017 psychological horror film Mother!?
- According to the familiar proverb, what is said to be the mother of invention?
- What is the Latin term that translates directly as "mother"?
- In Britain, which spirit is traditionally referred to by the nickname "mother’s ruin"?
- Marmee is the devoted mother in which much-loved classic novel?
- Anne Boleyn was the mother of which English queen?
- Which American state earned the nickname "Mother of Presidents" after producing eight U.S. presidents?
Download the full printable Mother’s Day quiz to entertain your guests and celebrate the special women in your life with a fun and educational activity.
Answer Key Version (PDF) Complete answers for the host or quiz master
Quiz Version (PDF) Questions only — ideal for handing out to participants
Tips for Using This Mother’s Day Quiz
- Use as a light-hearted activity during Mother’s Day lunch or afternoon tea
- Read the questions aloud for a group "pub quiz" style experience
- Offer a small prize, such as chocolates or flowers, for the winning participant or team
- Encourage players to share their own favourite memories or stories related to the topics