Welcome to my classic Dingbats quiz!
This quiz features three rounds of fifteen puzzles each (rounds 1, 2 and 3), all of which are what I would consider classic Dingbats or rebus puzzles. Most of the clues are word-based, with graphics kept to a minimum. All the answers are well-known phrases and sayings.
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How to Solve Dingbats Puzzles
New to Dingbats? No problem! Below are a few simple puzzles to get you started and show you exactly how it’s done.
How Did You Do?
The answers are:
- Banana Split (the word banana is split into sections)
- Read Between The Lines (the word read is between the two black lines)
- Money Talks (the £ sign is saying hello)
- Think Outside The Box (the word think is outside of the box shape)
Can I Print These Dingbats Quizzes?
Yes, you can print these Dingbats quizzes. We’ve kept a simple black-and-white color palette for easy, cost-effective printing and photocopying, and there is even a dedicated printing guide to help you.
All we ask is that you don’t copy or sell these quizzes for profit.
Scroll to the bottom of the page for a free PDF printable of each of the three rounds.
Classic Dingbats Puzzles Round One
Classic Dingbats Puzzle Round Two
Classic Dingbats Puzzle Round Three
Classic Dingbats Puzzles Round One Answers
1. Crossed Wires
2. Backwards Glance
3. Rising Star
4. Man in the Moon
5. Back To Square One
6. Heart of Gold
7. Odds and Ends
8. Split Decision
9. Big Deal
10. Big Fish in a Small Pond
11. The Middle of Nowhere
12. Lone Wolf
13. Top Secret
14. Falling Apart
15. Time Flies
Classic Dingbats Puzzle Round Two Answers
1. Hand in Hand
2. Left in the Dark
3. Wet Blanket
4. Shrinking Violet
5. Small Talk
6. Over the Rainbow
7. Split Hairs
8. Easy On The Eyes
9. Back Against The Wall
10. Last One Standing
11. Big Shot
12. End of the Line
13.(A) Change of Heart
14. The Whole Truth
15. The Game Is Up
Classic Dingbats Puzzle Round Three Answers
1. Look Both Ways
2. Standing Tall
3. Broken Home
4. Plenty More Fish In The Sea
5. Small Fry
6. One For Sorrow
7. Worlds Apart
8. Beat Around The Bush
9. Fair and Square
10. Jump Through Hoops
11. Turn Back Time
12. Day Dreaming
13. Fall Into Place
14. The Final Countdown
15. Many Hands Make Light Work
Free Dingbats Printables
All of the above quizzes are avaiable as a free printable PDF for home or classroom use.
With Answer Spaces – Perfect for one-time use, no need to provide extra paper.
Classic Dingbats Puzzles Round 1 With Answer Spaces
Classic Dingbats Puzzles Round 2 With Answer Spaces
Classic Dingbats Puzzles Round 3 With Answer Spaces
Without Answers Spaces – Ideal for laminating for multiple uses.
Classic Dingbats Rounds ALL 3 ROUNDS
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