Adding multiple-choice questions in Google Forms is very simple, and it’s one of the most commonly used question types. Whether you’re creating a quiz, survey, feedback form, or registration form, multiple-choice questions allow users to select one correct or preferred answer from a list of options.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything step by step, simply and clearly.
A multiple-choice question allows respondents to select only one answer from several given options.
For example:
Question: What is your favorite social media platform?
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Instagram
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Facebook
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Twitter
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YouTube
The user can select only one option.
If you want users to select more than one option, you should use Checkboxes instead.
Step-by-Step: How to Add Multiple Choice Questions
Step 1: Open Google Forms
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Go to forms.google.com
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Sign in with your Google account.
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Click on the Blank form (+) to create a new form.
You can also open an existing form if you want to add a question to it.
Step 2: Add or Edit a Question
When you open a new form, Google automatically adds one question.
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Click inside the question box.
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Type your question.
For example:
“What type of content do you prefer?”
Step 3: Select “Multiple Choice” as Question Type
On the right side of the question, you’ll see a dropdown menu (usually it says “Multiple choice” by default).
If it doesn’t:
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Click the dropdown arrow.
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Select Multiple choice from the list.
Now your question is set to multiple choice format.
Step 4: Add Answer Options
Below the question, you will see:
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Option 1
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Option 2
Click on each option and type your answer choices.
Example:
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Tech Tutorials
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Blogging Tips
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SEO Guides
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Digital Marketing
To add more options:
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Click “Add option.”
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Or press Enter after typing an option
Step 5: Mark the Question as Required (Optional)
If you don’t want users to skip this question:
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Turn on the “Required” toggle at the bottom right of the question.
Now users must select one answer before submitting the form.
How to Add Multiple Choice Questions in an Existing Form
If you already have a form and want to add another multiple-choice question:
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Click the “+” icon on the right-side toolbar.
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A new question box will appear.
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Type your question.
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Select Multiple choice from the dropdown.
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Add your answer options.
That’s it!
How to Shuffle Answer Options
If you’re creating a quiz and don’t want answers to appear in the same order every time:
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Click the three dots (⋮) at the bottom right of the question.
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Select the Shuffle option order.
This is very useful for school tests and competitive exams.
How to Add “Other” Option
Sometimes users may want to give their own answer.
To allow this:
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Click the Add option
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Click Add “Other”
Now users can type their own response if none of the listed options fit.
How to Add Images to Multiple Choice Questions
You can also make your form more engaging by adding images.
To add an image to a question:
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Click the image icon next to the question.
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Upload an image from your computer, Google Drive, or search online.
To add images to answer options:
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Hover next to an option.
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Click the image icon.
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Upload your image.
This is great for:
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Educational quizzes
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Product selection forms
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Visual surveys
How to Set Correct Answers (For Quiz Mode)
If you’re creating a quiz:
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Click on Settings (gear icon).
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Go to the Quizzes tab.
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Turn on Make this a quiz.
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Click Save.
Now:
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Click your multiple-choice question.
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Click the Answer key at the bottom.
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Select the correct answer.
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Assign points.
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Click Done.
Now Google will automatically grade responses.
Difference Between Multiple Choice and Checkboxes
Many beginners get confused between these two:
Multiple Choice
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User selects only one answer
Checkboxes
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User selects multiple answers
So choose wisely depending on your needs.
Best Practices for Multiple Choice Questions
Here are some useful tips:
1. Keep Options Clear and Short
Avoid long and confusing answers.
2. Avoid Too Many Options
4–6 options are usually ideal.
3. Don’t Overuse “Other.”
Use it only when necessary.
4. Make Questions Simple
Clear language improves response accuracy.
5. Use Logical Order
If options are numbers or dates, arrange them properly.
Common Uses of Multiple Choice Questions
You can usemultiple-choicee questions for:
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Customer feedback
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Blog surveys
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Market research
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Online quizzes
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Product preferences
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Event registrations
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Opinion polls
It’s one of the most flexible question types in Google Forms.
Final Thoughts
Adding multiple-choice questions in Google Forms is quick and easy. Just type your question, select “Multiple choice,” add options, and you’re done.
It’s perfect for surveys, quizzes, feedback forms, and research. Plus, you can customize it with images, shuffle options, and even set correct answers for automatic grading.
Once you start using it, you’ll realize how powerful and simple Google Forms really is.
Try creating one now — it only takes a few minutes!