Noughts and crosses - Famous people

The educational game of Noughts and Crosses, tailored for pairs of pupils, offers an engaging way to learn about famous historical figures and significant events. This version of the game is played on a traditional 3 x 3 grid, where students use different coloured pencils to mark their answers. The activity begins with the teacher preparing nine questions about notable personalities and moments in history. Students take turns answering the questions, and if they respond correctly, they may place their answer on the grid in their designated colour.

The rules of the game follow the classic Noughts and Crosses format, where the objective is to get three of one's marks in a row—horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. Teachers have the option to reveal a set of answers to the students or to keep them hidden, adding an element of challenge. The questions cover a range of topics from the Great Fire of London and Victorian-era figures to the first moon landing and iconic civil rights moments. This educational twist on a familiar game not only tests students' knowledge but also encourages them to learn more about influential individuals like Queen Victoria, Florence Nightingale, Rosa Parks, and Neil Armstrong, as well as important historical events and their impact on the world.