Do you want to be a millionaire?
This browser-based trivia challenge drops you into the role of a contestant facing a towering money ladder. Each correct answer pushes you further up the prize scale, while a single wrong response can send your winnings tumbling back to a safety net. The questions span a wide range of topics, from history and science to pop culture and geography, so no two rounds feel the same. As you climb, the queries grow trickier, and the stakes feel heavier with every step. To survive the tougher stages, you can lean on three classic safety nets: the 50:50 eliminates two wrong answers, Phone a Friend offers a simulated opinion, and Ask the Audience gives a crowd-sourced poll. The real thrill comes from deciding when to walk away with what you have or risk it all for the next tier. With a clean interface and straightforward pacing, it captures the tension of a live quiz show without the cameras.
Common Core State Standards
Every game supports specific Common Core standards. Browse the full standards library.
Practice by Skill
Games by Grade
What is Do you want to be a millionaire?
Think you have what it takes to answer your way to the top prize? This quiz game puts your general knowledge to the test with escalating difficulty and classic lifelines.
How to Play
Read each multiple-choice question and select the answer you believe is correct. Use lifelines strategically to eliminate options or get hints, and decide whether to continue or bank your current winnings.
Tips for Playing
- Use the 50:50 early on tough questions to narrow down choices quickly.
- Save Phone a Friend for questions where you have no clue at all.
- Pay attention to question categories you know well and push through those.
- Don't risk a huge sum on a question you're unsure about—walk away if needed.
- Practice regularly to build a broader base of trivia knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I answer a question wrong?
If you answer incorrectly, you lose the game and your winnings drop to the last safety net level, which is typically $1,000 or $32,000 depending on how far you got.
Can I use a lifeline more than once?
No, each lifeline can only be used once per game. Use them wisely.
Is there a time limit for answering?
Most versions don't impose a strict timer, but you should answer promptly to keep the game moving. Some modes may include a countdown.
Are the questions all the same difficulty?
No, questions start easy and become progressively harder as you climb the money ladder, with the final question being the toughest.
Can I stop playing at any time?
Yes, you can choose to walk away after any correct answer and keep the money you've earned up to that point.
Do I need to download anything to play?
No, the game runs directly in your web browser, so you can jump in without any installations.