New Digital Design for Brisbane Times and The Age Quizzes

《布里斯本時報》與《時代報》問答遊戲推出新數位設計


Introduction

The Brisbane Times and The Age have moved their weekly quiz features to a newly designed digital format.

《布里斯本時報》與《時代報》已將其每週問答專欄移至全新設計的數位格式。

Main Body

The update to the user interface was mainly caused by the need to make the quizzes easier to use on mobile devices. This system update includes better interactive features, such as real-time comparative data. Now, users can see the percentage of other people who chose the same answer, which helps them understand how difficult each question was.

使用者介面的更新主要是為了讓問答遊戲在行動裝置上更容易使用。此次系統更新包含了更完善的互動功能,例如即時對比數據。現在,使用者可以看到選擇相同答案的其他人數百分比,幫助他們了解每道題目的難易程度。

In terms of the structure, the quizzes still consist of ten questions. However, the interface now uses a step-by-step model, meaning users cannot see all the questions at once. To help users track their progress, a progress bar and a live score are located at the top of the screen. After finishing, the system provides a detailed list of correct and incorrect answers. Furthermore, users can now share their results on X, WhatsApp, and Facebook. The companies emphasized that more updates are expected in the future.

在結構方面,問答遊戲仍由十個問題組成。然而,介面現在採用逐步導向模式,意味著使用者無法一次看到所有問題。為了幫助使用者追蹤進度,螢幕上方設有進度條與即時得分。完成後,系統會提供一份詳細的正誤答案清單。此外,使用者現在可以在 X、WhatsApp 和 Facebook 上分享結果。該公司強調,未來預計會有更多更新。

Conclusion

The quizzes are now active with the new design, offering weekly updates and easy social media sharing.

採用新設計的問答遊戲現已上線,提供每週更新與便捷的社群媒體分享功能。

Vocabulary Learning

The 'Connecting' Secret: From Simple Sentences to B2 Flow

At the A2 level, you usually write like this: "The quizzes are new. They are on mobile. You can share them." This is correct, but it sounds like a child speaking. To reach B2, you need Connectors (linking words) to glue your ideas together.

⚡️ The Magic Words in this Article

Look at how the author moves from one idea to the next using these specific tools:

  1. "However" \rightarrow used to show a contrast or a "but" (e.g., Ten questions, HOWEVER, they are now step-by-step).
  2. "Furthermore" \rightarrow used to add extra information (e.g., You get a score. FURTHERMORE, you can share it).
  3. "In terms of" \rightarrow used to change the topic or focus (e.g., IN TERMS OF the structure...).

🛠️ How to Upgrade Your Speech

Stop using "And", "But", and "Also" for everything. Try this swap:

A2 (Basic)B2 (Advanced Bridge)Why?
But...However,It sounds more professional and academic.
Also...Furthermore,It shows you are adding a strong, new point.
About...In terms of...It defines the specific category you are discussing.

Pro Tip: Notice that after However and Furthermore, we usually put a comma (,). This creates a natural pause in the reader's head, which is a hallmark of B2 fluency.

Vocabulary Learning

interface (n.)
The point where a user interacts with a computer system or software.
Example:The new user interface makes it much easier to navigate the website.
comparative (adj.)
Measured or judged by comparing one thing with another.
Example:The report provides a comparative analysis of the two different marketing strategies.
consist of (v.)
To be made up of or composed of specific parts or elements.
Example:The final exam will consist of three multiple-choice sections and one essay.
emphasized (v.)
To give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.
Example:The manager emphasized the importance of meeting the deadline by Friday.
Practice B2 words in a crossword