Ever wondered what to chat about with your daughter during a walk, a car ride, or while waiting in line? You know, besides the usual, “How was preschool/school/daycare?” (pick your version).
Here’s an idea that’s both fun and engaging for your little one: a Moana quiz!
This quiz is inspired by the movie Moana. All rights to the characters and storyline belong to Disney.
Even if you’re not exactly a huge fan of Moana, Maui, Hei Hei the rooster, or Pua the pig (unlike your daughter – though maybe some boys love Moana too?), these questions will help you spend quality time together and spark some giggles. Plus, it’s a great way to bond without needing extra prep.
If you haven’t watched Moana 1 yet – lucky you! You get to enjoy it for the first time. Here’s the trailer!
Moana trailer
(It’s rated 7.6 out of 10 on IMDb, but after watching it a few times (ok, many), I’d give it a big 9 for sure! )
In this post, I’m sharing our favorite Moana quiz questions from Moana 1, divided into three fun difficulty levels – easy, medium, and hard.
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10 Funny and Interesting Facts About Moana
- Moana’s name means “ocean” In many Polynesian languages, moana means “ocean” – and that’s exactly who helps her on her adventure!
- The ocean is a character too! The ocean in the movie is alive – it plays, helps, and even gives high-fives like a best friend.
- Maui’s tattoos move and talk Maui’s magical tattoos tell his story and even argue with him! One tiny tattoo acts like his little cheerleader.
- Heihei the chicken was almost smart At first, Heihei was going to be clever… but it was way funnier to make him clumsy and confused!
- The movie is based on real Pacific Island cultures Moana was inspired by the legends, sailing, and music of real people from Samoa, Fiji, Tahiti, and other Pacific islands.
- Heihei almost got cut from the movie! The team thought he didn’t fit the story — but he was so silly and fun that they kept him!
- Tamatoa the crab loves shiny things – just like a magpie! This giant, singing crab villain is based on a real-life coconut crab – and he really loves bling.
- Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson sings in the movie That’s really The Rock singing “You’re Welcome” as Maui – and he practiced a lot to nail it!
- The pig Pua was supposed to go on the adventure Cute little Pua was meant to join Moana at sea, but the filmmakers decided it would be too hard to keep him safe on the boat.
- The Kakamora coconut pirates were added just for fun These wild little coconut-armored pirates were a last-minute idea – and ended up being one of the funniest scenes!
How to Play the Moana Quiz: 4 Simple Formats That Work
Depending on where you are and what you’re doing, you can use the quiz in three different ways:
- As a multiple choice game – just read straight from the table.
- Ask only the open-ended questions from the list.
- Show your child question cards (you can save them as photos on your phone ahead of time).
- Print the quiz and use it as a fun screen-free activity.
Moana Quiz. Round 1
| # | Questions | Answers |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | What is Moana’s father’s role in the village? | a. King b. Farmer c. Builder d. Chief ✅ |
| 1.2 | What is the name of Moana’s pig friend? | a. Oink Oink b. Bacon c. Pua ✅ d. Hei Hei |
| 1.3 | What is the name of the demigod Moana meets? | a. Maui ✅ b. Te Ka c. Hercules d. Pua |
| 1.4 | What is the name of the giant crab in the movie? | a. Tamatosos b. Tamatoa ✅ c. Timos d. Crabzilla |
| 1.5 | What is the name of Moana’s chicken friend? | a. Hei Hei ✅ b. Strange Rooster c. Hei d. Crazy Cluck |
If you want to make your time together not just fun but also a bit useful, let your child read the questions on their own — out loud or quietly to themselves. It’s an easy way to add a little reading practice!
How many correct answers did you get in Round 1?
Moana Quiz. Round 2
| # | Questions | Answers |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1 | What color is the heart of Te Fiti? | a. Red b. Green ✅ c. Blue d. Yellow |
| 2.2 | What is the name of Moana’s grandmother? | a. Tala ✅ b. Te Fiti c. Nana d. Talamate |
| 2.3 | What does Moana find inside the cave on her island? | a. A boat ✅ b. A treasure chest c. A map d. A canoe paddle |
| 2.4 | What shape is Maui’s magical fishhook? | a. Star b. Crescent Moon ✅ c. Triangle d. Circle |
| 2.5 | What is the name of the lava monster? | a. Fire Face b. Te Ka ✅ c. Te Lava d. Te Fiti |
If the question feels a little hard for your child, no problem – just use the answer choices as little clues to help them out!
How many questions did you get right in Round 2?
Moana Quiz. Round 3
| # | Questions | Answers |
|---|---|---|
| 3.1 | What is Maui’s power when he uses his fishhook? | a. Shape-shifting ✅ b. Freezing everyone around him c. Invisibility d. Controlling the weather |
| 3.2 | What does Hei Hei eat that surprises everyone? | a. A shell b. A crab c. A rock ✅ d. A bug |
| 3.3 | Who teaches Moana to sail? | a. The ocean b. Her grandmother c. Maui ✅ d. Her father |
| 3.4 | What happens to Te Ka when Moana restores the heart? | a. Turns into Te Fiti ✅ b. Becomes a tree c. Freezes d. Disappears forever |
| 3.5 | What is the name of the small but dangerous creatures Moana and Maui encounter at sea? | a. Kakamora ✅ b. Crocodiles c. Tamatoa’s servants d. Fire crabs |
Cards for Round 3 and bonus question — coming right up!
How many did you get right in Round 3?
Bonus Question
Ready for one more bonus question?
| 4 | What does Moana’s name mean in Polynesian? | a. Ocean ✅ b. Star c. Fire d. Palm tree |
Free Printable Moana Quiz for Kids!
Don’t want your child staring at a screen?
No problem! You can print the Moana quiz and have fun together – no phone or tablet needed.
👉 Click below to download and print for free!
📌 Want to come back to this later? Be sure to pin it for easy access!
6 Fun Ways to Use This Quiz with Your Child
✅ Option 1: “On the Go”
1.1 In the car – You’re on a family trip, your partner’s driving, and you want to keep your child happy (and screen-free). Try this quiz instead of cartoons – better for the eyes and great for laughs!
1.2 While waiting – You’re sitting in a line or waiting room, and your child is getting bored. Pull out your phone, open the quiz, and turn waiting into playtime.
✅ Option 2: After Watching Moana 1
Just finished watching Moana together? This quiz is a fun way to remember what happened and test how much you both remember.
✅ Option 3: Before Watching Moana 2
Planning to watch Moana 2 soon? Use the quiz to help your child remember the first movie. It’s a great little warm-up!
✅ Option 4: Pair with a Book
We had a bright, beautiful Moana storybook once – and you can use this quiz after reading the book, or even before reading to get your child excited.
✅ Option 5: Use the quiz to bring back the magic of that Moana doll
You know how kids sometimes really want a toy… and then kind of forget about it later? Yep, same here. This Moana quiz is a fun way to bring their interest back to that Moana doll (or action figure set).
We had the doll and a set of little figures just like these – but from Moana 1.
✅ Option 6: Make It a Moana Day!
Dress up in a Moana costume (we had almost every Disney princess costume in our house until age 7!), watch the movie, use together Disney Moana Coloring & Activity Book with Moana Stickers, or make a Moana puzzle, and play the Moana quiz. And if you add a playlist with Moana songs on top of that…
Instead of a Conclusion
To me, the best kind of “quality family time” is time that everyone actually enjoys – simple, happy, and no stress. And no, it doesn’t have to be complicated or require a bunch of prep every time.
Right now, Moana 1 feels more familiar to us than the second one. But maybe that’s just because we’ve only seen it twice — at least ten times less than the first! Let’s see if that changes.
I hope this Moana Quiz and the ideas in this post help you have some fun, meaningful moments with your kids – whether it’s a cozy afternoon or just a quick break on the go.
And if you’re up for more fun, take a look at our 15 Cool Facts About Capybaras (with video and quiz!) – it’s another easy way to learn and laugh together!
Want more fun ideas for time together? Check out our other posts for easy and happy things to do!
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