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IDM School Program 2026 Quiz
Mathematics Education
This quiz covers the IDM School Program 2026, detailing its objectives, activities, workshops, and application process. It focuses on fostering international collaboration among schools through mathematics, with a theme of 'Mathematics and Hope'.
Mathematics
Education
International Cooperation
29 Questions
Easy
Ages 12+
Mar 14, 2026
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This quiz covers the IDM School Program 2026, detailing its objectives, activities, workshops, and application process. It focuses on fostering international collaboration among schools through mathematics, with a theme of 'Mathematics and Hope'. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
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1
What is the main theme for the International Day of Mathematics (IDM) in 2026?
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A
Mathematics and Innovation
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B
Mathematics and Hope
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C
Mathematics and Technology
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D
Mathematics and Art
2
When is the International Day of Mathematics (IDM) celebrated?
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A
March 10, 2026
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B
March 14, 2026
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C
April 14, 2026
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D
March 14, 2025
3
Which languages will the free virtual workshop for teachers be offered in?
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A
English, French, German, Italian
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B
English, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic
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C
English, French, Spanish, Arabic
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D
English, Mandarin, Russian, Hindi
4
What is the primary objective of the IDM School Program?
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A
To organize math competitions
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B
To bring together schools for math activities
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C
To develop new math textbooks
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D
To train math teachers
5
What is the deadline for applying to the School Program?
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A
December 1, 2025
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B
December 7, 2025
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C
January 1, 2026
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D
December 15, 2025
6
What is the maximum number of schools allowed per country in the program?
7
Which online game forms the basis for the main activity in the 2026 workshop?
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A
The Game of Life
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B
The Evolution of Trust
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C
Settlers of Catan
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D
Monopoly
8
What mathematical concepts are introduced through 'The Evolution of Trust' game?
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A
Algebra and Geometry
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B
Calculus and Statistics
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C
Game Theory, Strategy, and Collaboration
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D
Number Theory and Cryptography
9
Who is the author of the book 'The Evolution of Cooperation', which the game is based on?
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A
John Nash
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B
Nicky Case
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C
Robert Axelrod
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D
Albert Einstein
10
Will students need a computer for the adapted classroom activity?
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A
Yes, every student needs a computer
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B
No, the activity is adapted for no student devices
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C
Yes, but only for group work
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D
Yes, but only if they are advanced
11
What is required for the teacher to conduct the adapted classroom activity?
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A
A projector and a computer
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B
A whiteboard and markers
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C
Only a computer
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D
A smartboard
12
What is the name of the interdisciplinary activity between ecology and mathematics introduced in the French workshop?
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A
Maths for Nature
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B
Ecology's Equation
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C
Les arbres de l'espoir
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D
Green Mathematics
13
When will the joint celebration of the IDM be held?
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A
March 10, 2026
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B
March 14, 2026
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C
April 1, 2026
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D
March 14, 2025
14
What can be issued to teachers upon request who successfully conduct activities?
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A
A scholarship
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B
A book voucher
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C
A participation certificate
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D
A teaching award
15
Which of the following is NOT one of the languages for the virtual workshop?
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A
English
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B
German
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C
Spanish
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D
Arabic
16
What is a key aspect of the 'Mathematics and Hope' theme in relation to the 'The Evolution of Trust' game?
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A
It highlights the importance of competition
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B
It shows how cooperation can develop
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C
It emphasizes individual achievement
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D
It focuses on complex mathematical proofs
17
What is the purpose of the messaging platform group for participants?
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A
To submit assignments
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B
To collaborate, exchange ideas, and share experiences
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C
To receive direct instructions
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D
To compete in challenges
18
When will the English workshop be conducted?
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A
December 8, 2025
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B
December 10, 2025
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C
January 19, 2026
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D
March 14, 2026
19
What is the time for the Arabic workshop, in UTC?
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A
15:00
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B
09:00
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C
12:00
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D
18:00
20
Who are some of the conductors of the workshops?
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A
Nicky Case and Robert Axelrod
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B
Dr. Christiane Rousseau and Dr. Daniel Ramos
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C
Albert Einstein and Isaac Newton
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D
Marie Curie and Nikola Tesla
21
What is the main goal of offering the virtual workshop for teachers?
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A
To provide teaching materials
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B
To propose an engaging activity for students
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C
To award prizes
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D
To recruit more participants
22
What format can participants share their results and completed activities in?
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A
Only text
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B
Short texts, images, or videos
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C
Only images
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D
Only videos
23
What does the IDM School Program aim for regarding participating schools?
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A
A concentration of schools in one region
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B
A geographic balance
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C
A maximum number of schools from one country
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D
Schools to be from only one continent
24
What is 'The Evolution of Trust' game an introduction to?
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A
Algebra
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B
Geometry
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C
Game Theory
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D
Statistics
25
What is the approximate date of the IDM School Program 2026?
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A
Early 2026
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B
Late 2026
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C
March 2026
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D
December 2025
26
What is the purpose of the background information provided to teachers?
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A
To test their knowledge
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B
To help guide an informed discussion
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C
To replace the activity guide
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D
To provide historical context of math
27
What is the well-known paradox mentioned in relation to the game theory activity?
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A
The Paradox of Choice
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B
The Prisoner's Dilemma
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C
The Grandfather Paradox
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D
The Bootstrap Paradox
28
Who can apply for the School Program?
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A
Only university professors
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B
Teachers, educators, or directors of all types of schools
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C
Only students
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D
Only school principals
29
What is the date of the French workshop?
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A
December 8, 2025
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B
December 10, 2025
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C
December 11, 2025
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D
January 19, 2026
