Whole Numbers BIG TERRIBLE GAME - No Prep Algebra 1 Math Review Activity

This game is UNFAIR and kids love it!

8 teams answer every question!

This is a No Prep Algebra 1 review game where students earn points for answering questions, but the points can be positive or negative! The goal is to have the score closest to zero at the end of the game.

The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it in small groups. All questions and answers are included.

This version is:
School Level: High School
Subject: Algebra 1
Unit: Foundations of Algebra
Mini-Unit: Sets Of Numbers
Topic: Whole Numbers
Topic Description: Recognizing whole numbers as natural numbers plus zero, and comparing/ordering them.

It is a digital resource. No printouts are required. All questions and answers use text and mathematical notation (formulas), and there are no diagrams, maps, charts, graphics, or visual aids.

While we provide a correct answer for every question, teachers should consider that students may provide a different answer that is correct and use their discretion.

How It Works

• The game runs entirely on PowerPoint and also works great in Google Slides. You can replace the questions and answers.
• The goal is to finish the game closest to zero.
• Make up to 8 teams and proceed to the first question screen.
• Every team answers every question.
• The answer is provided after each question.
• Once everyone has answered, tap a letter to reveal each team's points (positive or negative).
• Add the team's points to their score if they answered correctly.
• Add the opposite value to their score if they answered incorrectly.
• Keep score on the board.
• Proceed to the next question.
• The team closest to zero wins the game.
• Questions vary in difficulty, and the answer is provided after each question.

The Game Will Run On

• iPads running PowerPoint or Google Slides (free apps)
• Smartboards
• Projectors
• Desktop computers
• Laptop computers
• Any device that runs PowerPoint or Google Slides

This game can be played together as a class using a smartboard or projector, or by individuals and small groups on iPads or computers running PowerPoint or Google Slides.

No additional student licenses are required for use within your classroom.

All of the images and colors are included exactly as shown. Each purchaser must obtain their own license, and the files may not be shared or resold. You are welcome to create as many customized versions as you like for your own classroom use.

Important Information

• This game runs on PowerPoint and also works on Google Slides.
• A very small number of schools disable PowerPoint animations and hyperlinks.
• If that happens, simply use another device such as a laptop or tablet running PowerPoint.
• Here is a free tester game to see if your hyperlinks work.
• The BIG TERRIBLE Game Link Tester

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