Time Control setting
The quiz system provides comprehensive time control settings to manage quiz access and duration. These settings help ensure fair and organized quiz administration by controlling when participants can access the quiz and how long they can take to complete it.
Accessing Time Settings
1. Navigate to the quiz settings page
2. Locate the "Common Settings" section
3. Find the time settings configuration panel
Available Time Settings
The system allows you to configure the following time parameters:
1. Start Time:
- Set when participants can first access the quiz
- quizple: June 3rd, 11:45 AM
- If you enter before the quiz start time, a message will prompt you that the quiz has not yet begun. If you enter after the start time, you can proceed directly to the quiz answer page.
2. Late Entry Cutoff:
- Define how long after the start time participants can still enter the quiz
- quizple: 15 minutes after start time
- After this period, late participants cannot access the quiz
3. End Time:
- Set when the quiz becomes unavailable
- quizple: June 3rd, 12: 35 PM
- After this time, no one can access the quiz
Answer Time Limit
1. Maximum Answer Time:
- Each participant has a maximum of 60 seconds (1 minute) to complete their answers
- The system automatically submits the quiz when time expires
- Participants cannot continue answering after the time limit
Important Notes
- All time settings should be configured before the quiz starts
- Time settings cannot be modified once the quiz has begun
- The system will automatically enforce all time restrictions
- Participants will be automatically redirected to the submission page when their time expires
- Make sure to communicate time settings clearly to all participants
- Consider time zone differences when setting quiz times for international participants
FAQs
Q: Where can I find the time settings for my quiz?
A: Navigate to the quiz settings page, locate the "Common Settings" section, and find the time settings configuration panel. This is where you can configure all time-related parameters.
Q: What are the three main time parameters I can configure?
A: You can configure: 1) Start Time (when participants can first access the quiz), 2) Late Entry Cutoff (how long after start time participants can still enter), and 3) End Time (when the quiz becomes unavailable).
Q: What happens if someone tries to access the quiz before the start time?
A: If someone enters before the quiz start time, a message will prompt them that the quiz has not yet begun. They will not be able to proceed to the quiz answer page until the start time is reached.
Q: How does the late entry cutoff work?
A: The late entry cutoff defines how long after the start time participants can still enter the quiz. For example, if set to 15 minutes, participants can enter up to 15 minutes after the start time. After this period, late participants cannot access the quiz.
Q: What is the maximum answer time for participants?
A: Each participant has a maximum of 60 seconds (1 minute) to complete their answers. The system automatically submits the quiz when time expires, and participants cannot continue answering after the time limit.
Q: Can I modify time settings after the quiz has started?
A: No, time settings cannot be modified once the quiz has begun. All time settings should be configured before the quiz starts to ensure proper administration.
Q: What happens when a participant's time expires?
A: When a participant's time expires, the system automatically submits the quiz and redirects them to the submission page. They cannot continue answering questions after the time limit.
Q: How does the system enforce time restrictions?
A: The system automatically enforces all time restrictions, including start time, late entry cutoff, end time, and maximum answer time. No manual intervention is required once settings are configured.
Q: What should I consider when setting quiz times for international participants?
A: Consider time zone differences when setting quiz times for international participants. Make sure to communicate the time settings clearly and consider using a universal time reference to avoid confusion.
Q: Can participants see how much time they have left?
A: Yes, participants will see time limit warning messages during the quiz, and the system will automatically submit their answers when time expires, ensuring fair time management.
Q: What is the purpose of the late entry cutoff feature?
A: The late entry cutoff allows for some flexibility while maintaining quiz integrity. It gives participants a reasonable window to enter if they're slightly delayed, but prevents very late entries that could disrupt the quiz flow.
