GB2349264A

GB2349264A - Apparatus for playing a game

Info

Publication number: GB2349264A
Application number: GB9902709A
Authority: GB
Inventors: Elizabeth Auger
Original assignee: EGMONT WORLD Ltd
Current assignee: EGMONT WORLD Ltd
Priority date: 1999-02-06
Filing date: 1999-02-06
Publication date: 2000-10-25
Also published as: GB9902709D0

Abstract

Apparatus for playing a game including a surface marked with a question and a plurality of answers, one of which is the correct answer to the question, and a sheet 3 with an aperture or apertures 4 formed therethrough. The sheet is arranged so that when it is placed adjacent to the surface in a predetermined way only the correct answer to the question is visible through one of the apertures. The surface and sheet may be the same size and shape and may be movably, for example pivotally, connected together.

Description

APPARATUS FOR PLAYING A GAME t t The present invention relates to an apparatus for playing a game.

According to the present invention there is provided an apparatus for playing a game comprising a surface marked with a question and a plurality of answers, one of which is the correct answer to the question, and a sheet with an aperture formed therethrough, said sheet being arranged and configured so that when it is placed adjacent to the surface in a predetermined way the correct answer to the question is identified and visible through the aperture.

The apparatus enables a question and answer game to be played. One can study the question, select an answer marked on the surface, and then place the sheet adjacent the surface in the predetermined way to reveal the correct answer to the question.

Preferably, the sheet and card are of substantially the same size and shape and are arranged and configured so that the correct answer is revealed when they are aligne. Alternatively the surface could be marked to indicate where the sheet should be placed to reveal the answer.

The sheet could be movably mounted with respect to the surface, for instance pivotally or hingedly mounted. This would reduce the risk of them becoming accidentally separated and facilitate in correct positioning of the ' sheet to reveal the answer.

The apparatus could comprise a plurality of surfaces marked with different questions and one or more single sheets. The sheet or sheets could include more than one aperture. Where this is the case the surface and answer sheet could be arranged so that only one answer, the correct answer, is visible through the apertures formed though the sheet. Alternatively or additionally the sheet could be marked to identify through which aperture the answer to a particular question will be visible.

The surface, or surfaces, of the apparatus are preferably formed from a sheet material, for example paper, card or plastics, this will be referred to as a question sheet. The sheet could also be made from these materials and will be referred to as an answer sheet. One or more question sheets could be secured to one or more answer sheets. For example, by way of a pivot pin or by a length of string, or similar. Where there are a number of question sheets then they are preferably arranged so that an answer sheet, whether one or more are provided, may be placed adjacent each question sheet in a predetermined manner.

The apparatus enables an entertaining and potentially educational game to be played. It is particularly suited for childrens'games. In one embodiment the question marked on a surface relates to the number of symbols of a t particular type marked on the surface, on which symbols of different types are marked. A number of digits are also marked on the surface one of which is the answer to the question. An answer sheet is provided, of corresponding shape to the surface, and when aligned with the surface the answer to the question is visible through an aperture in the sheet, adjacent to which is marked a symbol of the type to which the question on the sheet relates.

In order that the invention may be more clearly understood an embodiment thereof will now be described, by way of example, and with reference to the accompanying drawings of which: Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of an apparatus according to the invention; Fig. 2 shows a plan view of question card of the apparatus of Fig. 1; Fig. 3 shows a plan view of an answer card of the apparatus of Fig. 1; Fig. 4 shows a view of the answer card of Fig. 3 placed over the question card of Fig. 2; and Fig. 5 shows a number of another question card, for use with answer card of Fig. 3. f Referring to Fig. 1, the apparatus comprises a stack of cards, generally indicated 1, of corresponding size and shape. The cards 1 are pivotally connected together by way of a fastener 2. The cards 1 may be rotated about the fastener. The top card 3 is an answer card and inclues a number of apertures 4. The remaining cards include a number of question cards 5. By moving the cards around the fastener 2 it is possible to align the answer card 3 with any one of the question cards 5.

Fig. 2 shows a typicaí question card 6. The card is marked with a question. In this case the question is concerned with the number of symbols of a particular type illustrated on the card. The card is marked with the words 'Count the ice lollies'. The card is also marked with illustrations of a number of ice lollies 7 along with other items, for example an ice cream cone 8. A number of answers, in the form of figures 9, are also marked on the card. The card also includes a reward statement 10.

The challenge, therefore, is to count the number of ice lollies represented on the card. This provides a stimulating and educational challenge for children who can learn about counting numbers and differentiating between different objects and shapes.

Fig. 3 illustrates the answer card of the apparatus illustrated in Fig. 1. The answer card has a number of star shaped apertures 11 formed therethrough.

Adjacent all but one of the apertures there is marked a symbol 12.

Fig. 4 shows how the answer card of Fig. 3 may be used to reveal the answer to the question set by the question card of Fig. 2. Fig. 4 shows the answer card placed over and in alignment with the question card. It will now be appreciated that the question card is arranged so that the answer to the question'five'is visible through the aperture 13 adjacent to which is marked an illustration of an ice lolly. The answer card thus reveals that there are five ice lollies marked on the question card. In addition, the reward statement 10 is visible through the aperture 11 which does not have an identifying symbol.

Fig. 5 shows another question card from the stack of Fig. 1. This card bears the question'How many people are wearing a hat ?' along with a number of illustrations of faces some with and some without hats. The card also includes a reward statement. Again, to reveal the answer to the question the answer card should be placed over and aligned with the question card. When the cards are assemble as shown in Fig. 1 this can be achieved by pivoting both the question and the answer card about the fastener so that the chosen question card can be viewed through the answer card. Of course, the number of people wearing a hat is five. It will be appreciated that the number 5 appearing at the top right hand corner of the question card will be visible through the aperture in the answer card adjacent to which there is marked an t i illustration of a hat. The reward statement will, again, appear through aperture 11.

A stack of cards could include any number of sets of question and answer cards. The reverse side of the cards can also be marked with questions. The apparatus enables children to play interesting and fun learning games. The types of questions illustrated are particularly useful for teaching children about, amongst other things, shapes, colours, numbers and animas.

As children work through the questions they are able to correct their own work.

Although the invention is particularly directed towards children the apparatus could, of course, be used for other purposes, for example a learning aid for exam revision.

The above embodiment is described by way of example only, many variations are possible without departing from the invention.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. Apparatus for playing a game comprising a surface marked with a question and a plurality of answers, one of which is the correct answer to the question, and a sheet with an aperture formed therethrough, said sheet being arranged and configured so that when it is placed adjacent to the surface in a predetermined way the correct answer to the question is identifie and visible through the aperture.
2. Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the sheet and surface are of substantially the same size and shape and arranged and configured so that the correct answer is revealed when they are aligne.
3. Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the surface is marked to indicate where the sheet should be placed to reveal the answer.
4. Apparatus according to any preceding claim, wherein the sheet is movably mounted with respect to the surface.
5. Apparatus according to claim 4, wherein the sheet is pivotally or hingedly mounted with respect to the surface.
6. Apparatus according to any preceding claim, comprising a plurality of surfaces marked with different questions.
7. Apparatus according to any preceding claim, wherein the sheet inclues more than one aperture and the surface and sheet are arranged so that only the correct answer is visible when the sheet and surface are placed together.
8. Apparatus according to any preceding claim, wherein the surface or surfaces is/are formed from sheet material.
9. Apparatus according to any preceding claim comprising a stack of cards of corresponding size and shape pivotally connected together by way of a fastener.
10. Apparatus for playing a game substantially as herein described with reference to the accompanying drawings.