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Hasbro Trivial Pursuit Classic Edition Board Game
2,400 Trivia Questions for Endless Fun
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Enjoy hours of fun with Hasbro's Trivial Pursuit Classic Edition, featuring 2,400 trivia questions across multiple categories. Perfect for gatherings, this nostalgic game will challenge your knowledge and spark lively conversations.
How to Use Hasbro Gaming Trivial Pursuit — Classic Edition (C1940)
What’s in the Box
- Gameboard (retro-looking)
- 400 question cards (2,400 total questions — typically 6 questions per card)
- 1 die
- 6 wedge holders (player pieces)
- 36 wedges (6 colors, 6 wedges each)
Quick Setup
- Unfold the gameboard and place it on a flat surface.
- Shuffle the question cards and place them face down within easy reach.
- Each player chooses a wedge holder and places it on the starting space (usually a spoke end).
- Place the wedges nearby where everyone can reach them.
- Decide who goes first (roll the die — highest roll starts) and begin clockwise.
Basic Turn Sequence (Beginner-Friendly)
- Roll the die and move your wedge holder that many spaces along the track.
- Read a question from a card in the category that matches the color of the space you landed on. (Each card contains questions for all categories.)
- If you answer correctly:
- If you landed on a wedge space (the spot at the end of a spoke), claim the wedge of that color and insert it into your holder.
- If you landed on a normal colored space, you stay there or follow any special rolling/answer rules agreed before play (house rules vary).
- If you answer incorrectly:
- Play passes to the next player clockwise. You do not collect a wedge.
How to Win
- Collect one wedge of each of the six colors by answering questions correctly on wedge spaces.
- After you have all six wedges, move your piece to the center hub (the final space) by rolling the die and landing on it exactly if your group follows that rule.
- Once on the center, you (or the group, depending on your chosen rule) must answer a final question correctly to win. In classic play, opponents choose the category of the final question.
Beginner Tips
- Take turns reading questions aloud clearly so everyone hears the same wording.
- Use the wedge colors to plan moves — aim for spokes you still need.
- Agree on house rules before you start (e.g., extra roll on correct answers, whether center requires exact roll).
- If playing with younger or casual players, allow one “hint” per turn or let teammates discuss answers.
Common Variations
- Team play: Pair up players and share a wedge holder.
- Speed round: Reduce the number of wedges required to win for a quicker game.
- Challenge mode: After a wrong answer, allow one steal attempt by another player for a bonus move or wedge.
Care and Storage
- Return wedges to their tray (or a small box) to avoid losing pieces.
- Store cards in a resealable bag or box to keep them flat and readable.
- Keep the gameboard folded and placed in the box to prevent bends or creases.
Quick Reference
- Players: typically supports multiple players (use 1 wedge holder per player or pair up).
- Language: English (Classic Edition).
- Contents: 400 cards, 2,400 questions, die, 6 holders, 36 wedges.
