# Question Builder for iPad — Virtual Question Simulator > Virtual question simulator for elementary children to improve abstract thinking and inference. (iPhone/iPad app by Mobile Education Store LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/question-builder-for-ipad/id364823150 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Mobile Education Store LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/344378744) - Category: Education, Games - Price: $5.99 - Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 31 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.1 · 113 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2010-04-01 - Data updated: 2026-06-09 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/question-builder-for-ipad/id364823150/reviews.md ## What is Question Builder for iPad? Named a top 12 reading comprehension app by ReadingRockets.com! Own as an individual app or as part of our MES Speech Therapy Bundle. Question Builder is designed to help elementary aged children learn to answer abstract questions and create responses based on inference. Extensive use of audio clips promotes improved auditory processing for special needs children with autism spectrum disorders or sensory processing disorders. Audio clip reinforcement can be turned on or off for non-special needs children. Question Builder offers a rich and fun environment for improving the ability to abstract. FEATURES -Optimized for iPad -Simple and intuitive interface to answer questions -Why, What, Where, How and Random question formats -1200 audio clips of questions and answers -3 levels of abstraction -Optional text and audio reinforcement -Statistics to track student progress -60 encouragement animations and audio clips LANGUAGES - English REQUIREMENTS - Compatible with iPad QuestionBuilder is part of "The Builder Series" of award winning education apps. Mobile Education Store has won over 40 app awards and has been named educational developer of the year in 2011 and 2012. Mobile Education Tools is a member of Moms with Apps, a collaborative group of family-friendly developers seeking to promote quality apps for kids and families. Recommended Ages: 3-6, 6-10 Categories: Special Needs ## Key features - Abstract question answering - Inference skill development - Auditory processing enhancement - Multiple question formats - Adjustable text and audio reinforcement - Progress tracking statistics - Encouragement animations ## Recent user reviews (10 of 31) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/question-builder-for-ipad/id364823150/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Horrible app, poorly worded questions *2014-03-14, version 1.9* I am extremely disappointed with this app. I have been very pleased with Conversation Builder and was hoping for another quality app with Question Builder. Most of the questions have very little to do with inference, but focus more on counting (how many children, leaves, apples, etc. are in the picture). One picture shows a partially exposed alligator in a river. The question is, "where are the other alligators?". I would infer that the other alligators were in the river as well, however the correct answer is, "I don't know". There are questions where clearly incorrect answers are 'correct'. For example, one question asks how many red flowers are in the picture. The answer is "2" but there are NO red flowers in the picture. Another question is, "Where did the kids get their lunches?". The "correct" answer is that they were packed by their moms, however, the child is clearly eating a school lunch with hot food on a tray. Yet another question asks, "where did the tomatoes learn to sing?" (yup, singing tomatoes). The answer is not at school or in the garden, but "from their teacher". Additionally, there are grammatical and spelling errors throughout (sandals are spelled "sandels", etc. ). Do not waste your money, this app will only frustrate you and your children/students. ### 4/5 — No question about it! *2013-12-12, version 1.9* This app is really good for children with disabilities who need extra help understanding questions that are being asked. Awesome app! Thank you. ### 4/5 — Very good *2013-07-29, version 1.9* As an elementary school English as a second language teacher, I find that many of Mobile Education Stores' apps are great! I use Question Builder because the students must think critically in order to choose the correct answer to a question supported by a colorful picture on the screen. I like that the question choices include plausible, but incorrect answer choices. You can raise or lower the level of difficulty in the settings menu. One thing that is missing however, is the option to have the iPad read the answer choices. The questions can be read aloud, but students must be readers to choose an answer, making this app unusable as a listening comprehension game for young students who are not yet able to read. When the students correctly answer, there are some funny animated characters that come out and cheer for them. Likewise, there are words of encouragement if they answer incorrectly. The app has a statistics page so you can monitor the students' progress. One problem I have with the app is that you cannot go from a sentence that you are building to the settings or statistics page until/unless you correctly build the sentence. This creates unnecessary hassle if you want to quickly check-in on a student's progress or change the difficulty. ### 2/5 — Interesting App... *2013-03-26, version 1.8* While the app does what it says, asks questions to students and help them create meaning/comprehension... I feel like the voice is pretty monotone and the entire thing is not very exciting or engaging for children. I feel like they can make this app far more exciting for children with a little creativity. ### 5/5 — Nice app for questions and syntax *2013-03-13, version 1.8* This app is great for answering questions, but also, working on answering in a complete sentence. I agree with one of the other reviews in that this app requires you to pay attention to the question to make sure you answer appropriately. One in particular is a picture of a girl and a snowman and the question is, "What are the snowman's arms made of?" So many kids automatically say snow and I have to remind them to listen and I repeat the question. After that they do a much better job of listening and focusing on what exactly was asked. It would be nice for non readers if like in Conversation Builder Teen you had a way to hear each sentence by pressing a button. I understand that would be a lot of work so it may not be possible or at least not happen for some time. Also, two things I noticed in the What section, the girl looks like she is wearing a pink dress not a red dress as the answer states and the girl in the wheelchair picture has the answer of "There is a piano is in front of her". Overall, I really like this app. Any chance for when and who to be added? ### 4/5 — good but not complete *2012-01-30, version 1.5* This is a great application . i can call it TOEFL for kids but just one missing option . No Recording .If it comes with recording option it would be five star. ### 4/5 — Robyn Richards *2011-12-03, version 1.5* I do love app and use it a lot. I know that teaching children to ask and answer questions can be very difficult. One thing I would love to see added to this app is the ability for the child to record their own voice with the correct answer. The ability to be able to replay the question and the child's voice answering it I think would just add value to it. ### 5/5 — Love it *2011-11-29, version 1.5* Finally got what I was looking for. Thank you.my kids just love it ### 5/5 — DHH teacher *2011-10-28, version 1.5* This is a great app. I work with students that are hard of hearing and students with multiple disabilities. The best feature for me is the data keeping feature. I like that you can what type of questions you can work on. It is an easy app to use that doesnt require prep time. The reward features are entertaining. This is a fun app that helps my students work on this skill. My students choose To play this app over over wh question card games. ### 5/5 — Another great app by Mobile Education! *2011-10-28, version 1.5* Another great app by Mobile Education Tools! My daughter is Autistic and it has really helped her. It helps her to look at the pictures and ask the correct question. She loves the characters that praise her when she gets the correct answer. Great motivation! It has helped her to ask and answer questions better in conversation. Excellent app! ## Frequently asked questions about Question Builder for iPad ### What does Question Builder do? Question Builder is designed to help elementary-aged children learn to answer abstract questions and create responses based on inference. It uses extensive audio clips to promote improved auditory processing and offers a fun environment for enhancing abstract thinking skills. ### What are the key features of Question Builder? Key features include optimized iPad compatibility, a simple interface for answering questions, various question formats (Why, What, Where, How, Random), 1200 audio clips, 3 levels of abstraction, optional text and audio reinforcement, progress tracking statistics, and 60 encouragement animations and audio clips. ### How much does Question Builder cost? Based on the provided information, Question Builder is a paid application. It can be purchased as an individual app or as part of the MES Speech Therapy Bundle. ### What devices is Question Builder compatible with? Question Builder is optimized for and compatible with iPad devices. It is designed to run on the iPad platform. ### Who is Question Builder recommended for? This app is recommended for elementary-aged children, specifically those aged 3-6 and 6-10. It is particularly beneficial for children with special needs, such as those on the autism spectrum or with sensory processing disorders, to improve their auditory processing and inference skills. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.2.0 — 2021-07-18 Performance Fixes and Security Updates ### 2.1 — 2018-02-19 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Updates for iOS11 compatibility ### 2.0 — 2017-05-29 Enhancements for iOS10 compatibility ### 1.9 — 2013-07-01 Fixed typos. Fixed autorotate issue with iOS6. Added product announcements. Coming soon - A revolution in digital textbooks. Visit www.mobile-educationstore.com to find out more about Crack The Books. ### 1.8 — 2012-11-30 Fixed typo. 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