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Written answer

A written-answer lock (often called a password lock) asks players to type a word or short phrase that answers a riddle or a clue. It works best when the word itself is the discovery: a name, a season, a term from the lesson. Capitals are ignored by default, because arguing about them is not a puzzle.

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Written answer

Clue:

The magic word to open.

Test it like a player

The hint reads 'I have keys but open no door.' Players type 'piano', in any capitals, and the reveal gives the address of the next stop.

Set the answer

Type the expected answer and decide whether capitals matter.

Templates

What am I riddle lock
Easy5 min1 step

What am I riddle lock

A what-am-I word riddle with one answer, typed on the lock. A five-minute vocabulary opener for a language lesson, in the pupils' own language.

Locks used: Written answer

Available in: EN · FR · ES · CA · PT

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Science riddle lock
Easy5 min1 step

Science riddle lock

One force, one word, one lock. A science warm-up that pupils solve on the class screen before the lesson starts.

Locks used: Written answer

Available in: EN · FR · ES · CA · PT

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Geography riddle lock
Easy5 min1 step

Geography riddle lock

A capital city hidden in four clues, typed on the lock. A geography opener for the class screen, five minutes and no equipment.

Locks used: Written answer

Available in: EN · FR · ES · CA · PT

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