In short: This or That Questions is a versatile game that presents players with two options, asking them to choose one. With over 202 dilemmas across various topics, the game is perfect for groups of all sizes, encouraging conversation and revealing personal preferences in a fun, lighthearted way. The key to the game is the follow-up 'why' question, which adds depth and humor to each choice.
This or That Questions is a popular game that presents players with two options and asks them to choose one. It's a versatile activity suitable for a wide range of settings, from casual get-togethers to classroom discussions. The game is designed to be easy to play, with no right or wrong answers, making it perfect for players of all ages.
The heart of the game lies in the follow-up question 'why?', which encourages players to explain their choices and share their perspectives. This not only adds depth to the game but also creates opportunities for laughter and connection. The prompts are carefully crafted to avoid obvious or embarrassing choices, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone.
To get the most out of This or That Questions, it's important to understand the rules, know how to adapt the game for different group sizes, and learn how to keep the conversation flowing smoothly. This page provides all the information you need to host a successful game, along with tips for handling sensitive topics and ensuring everyone feels included.
Origins and History
Learn about the origins of This or That Questions and how it has evolved over time.
Would you rather ask 'would you rather' or 'this or that' questions, or answer 'would you rather' or 'this or that' questions?
- ask 'would you rather' or 'this or that' questions
- answer 'would you rather' or 'this or that' questions
Would you rather first 'would you rather' question in ancient greece, or first 'this or that' question in ancient rome?
- first 'would you rather' question in ancient greece
- first 'this or that' question in ancient rome
Would you rather 'would you rather' in medieval european folklore, or 'this or that' in ancient chinese literature?
- 'would you rather' in medieval european folklore
- 'this or that' in ancient chinese literature
Would you rather 'would you rather' in shakespeare's plays, or 'this or that' in chaucer's canterbury tales?
- 'would you rather' in shakespeare's plays
- 'this or that' in chaucer's canterbury tales
Would you rather 'would you rather' in 18th century french salons, or 'this or that' in 19th century american newspapers?
- 'would you rather' in 18th century french salons
- 'this or that' in 19th century american newspapers
Would you rather 'would you rather' in victorian-era parlor games, or 'this or that' in early 20th century board games?
- 'would you rather' in victorian-era parlor games
- 'this or that' in early 20th century board games
Would you rather first 'would you rather' book published, or first 'this or that' book published?
- first 'would you rather' book published
- first 'this or that' book published
Would you rather 'would you rather' in 1950s radio shows, or 'this or that' in 1960s television game shows?
- 'would you rather' in 1950s radio shows
- 'this or that' in 1960s television game shows
Would you rather 'would you rather' in 1970s role-playing games, or 'this or that' in 1980s computer games?
- 'would you rather' in 1970s role-playing games
- 'this or that' in 1980s computer games
Would you rather 'would you rather' in 1990s internet forums, or 'this or that' in early 2000s chat rooms?
- 'would you rather' in 1990s internet forums
- 'this or that' in early 2000s chat rooms
Would you rather 'would you rather' in modern social media, or 'this or that' in mobile app games?
- 'would you rather' in modern social media
- 'this or that' in mobile app games
Would you rather 'would you rather' in stand-up comedy routines, or 'this or that' in late-night talk shows?
- 'would you rather' in stand-up comedy routines
- 'this or that' in late-night talk shows
Would you rather 'would you rather' in children's books, or 'this or that' in young adult novels?
- 'would you rather' in children's books
- 'this or that' in young adult novels
Would you rather 'would you rather' in classroom debate topics, or 'this or that' in school writing prompts?
- 'would you rather' in classroom debate topics
- 'this or that' in school writing prompts
Would you rather 'would you rather' in corporate team-building, or 'this or that' in workplace icebreakers?
- 'would you rather' in corporate team-building
- 'this or that' in workplace icebreakers
Would you rather 'would you rather' in psychology research studies, or 'this or that' in sociology survey questions?
- 'would you rather' in psychology research studies
- 'this or that' in sociology survey questions
Would you rather 'would you rather' in travel guidebooks, or 'this or that' in cultural exploration activities?
- 'would you rather' in travel guidebooks
- 'this or that' in cultural exploration activities
Would you rather 'would you rather' in fashion magazines, or 'this or that' in lifestyle blogs?
- 'would you rather' in fashion magazines
- 'this or that' in lifestyle blogs
Would you rather 'would you rather' in food and cooking shows, or 'this or that' in restaurant review segments?
- 'would you rather' in food and cooking shows
- 'this or that' in restaurant review segments
Would you rather 'would you rather' in sports commentary, or 'this or that' in fantasy sports leagues?
- 'would you rather' in sports commentary
- 'this or that' in fantasy sports leagues
Would you rather 'would you rather' in political debates, or 'this or that' in election coverage analysis?
- 'would you rather' in political debates
- 'this or that' in election coverage analysis
Would you rather visit a living history museum, or explore an archaeology museum?
- visit a living history museum
- explore an archaeology museum
Would you rather make cave-style paintings, or write messages on clay tablets?
- make cave-style paintings
- write messages on clay tablets
Would you rather trace a family tree through documents, or trace a family tree through photographs?
- trace a family tree through documents
- trace a family tree through photographs
Would you rather study ancient coins, or study old pottery shards?
- study ancient coins
- study old pottery shards
Would you rather read a handwritten historical diary, or listen to an oral history recording?
- read a handwritten historical diary
- listen to an oral history recording
Would you rather compare old maps in an archive, or compare satellite maps of historic sites?
- compare old maps in an archive
- compare satellite maps of historic sites
Would you rather scan old photographs into an archive, or print old photographs for a scrapbook?
- scan old photographs into an archive
- print old photographs for a scrapbook
Would you rather display a family heirloom under glass, or use a family heirloom at meals?
- display a family heirloom under glass
- use a family heirloom at meals
Would you rather attend a historical reenactment, or join a living history workshop?
- attend a historical reenactment
- join a living history workshop
Would you rather take a museum curator tour, or take a self-guided audio tour?
- take a museum curator tour
- take a self-guided audio tour
Would you rather build a model of an ancient town, or create a museum exhibit about local history?
- build a model of an ancient town
- create a museum exhibit about local history
Would you rather read a historical novel, or watch a history documentary?
- read a historical novel
- watch a history documentary
Would you rather host a heritage-themed dinner, or record relatives sharing family stories?
- host a heritage-themed dinner
- record relatives sharing family stories
Would you rather study old newspaper clippings, or read handwritten letters from the past?
- study old newspaper clippings
- read handwritten letters from the past
Would you rather solve a history-themed escape room, or play a historical trivia game?
- solve a history-themed escape room
- play a historical trivia game
Would you rather visit a preserved historic village, or explore a restored medieval castle?
- visit a preserved historic village
- explore a restored medieval castle
Classic Dilemmas
Explore a collection of classic This or That dilemmas that have stood the test of time.
Would you rather receive $100 every morning or $300 every evening, or be able to fly for 10 minutes daily or breathe underwater for an hour?
- receive $100 every morning or $300 every evening
- be able to fly for 10 minutes daily or breathe underwater for an hour
Would you rather have a pet dragon or a pet unicorn, or live in a treehouse or in an underwater bubble?
- have a pet dragon or a pet unicorn
- live in a treehouse or in an underwater bubble
Would you rather eat only pizza for a week or only tacos for a week, or have a voice that sounds like a famous singer or a famous actor?
- eat only pizza for a week or only tacos for a week
- have a voice that sounds like a famous singer or a famous actor
Would you rather be able to talk to animals or speak all human languages, or have a time machine that only goes forward or only goes backward?
- be able to talk to animals or speak all human languages
- have a time machine that only goes forward or only goes backward
Would you rather be a famous athlete or a famous musician, or have a superpower to read minds or to become invisible?
- be a famous athlete or a famous musician
- have a superpower to read minds or to become invisible
Would you rather live in a world with only summer or only winter, or have a pet that is a lion or a dolphin?
- live in a world with only summer or only winter
- have a pet that is a lion or a dolphin
Would you rather be able to read thoughts or control dreams, or have a magical backpack that never runs out of space or a magical pencil that can draw anything real?
- be able to read thoughts or control dreams
- have a magical backpack that never runs out of space or a magical pencil that can draw anything real
Would you rather be able to teleport anywhere instantly or have a personal robot assistant, or have a garden that grows candy or a river that flows with chocolate?
- be able to teleport anywhere instantly or have a personal robot assistant
- have a garden that grows candy or a river that flows with chocolate
Would you rather be the best at singing or at dancing, or have a phone that can only call or a computer that can only email?
- be the best at singing or at dancing
- have a phone that can only call or a computer that can only email
Would you rather live in a world with only day or only night, or have a car that flies or one that can go underwater?
- live in a world with only day or only night
- have a car that flies or one that can go underwater
Would you rather be able to pause time or rewind time, or have a house that is invisible or one that can move locations daily?
- be able to pause time or rewind time
- have a house that is invisible or one that can move locations daily
Would you rather be a wizard or a superhero, or have a library that contains every book ever written or a music collection with every song ever recorded?
- be a wizard or a superhero
- have a library that contains every book ever written or a music collection with every song ever recorded
Would you rather have a pet that is a talking parrot or a talking cat, or live in a world where it always rains or one where it never rains?
- have a pet that is a talking parrot or a talking cat
- live in a world where it always rains or one where it never rains
Would you rather be able to see 10 minutes into the future or 10 years into the future, or have a magical wardrobe that leads to a different world or a magical mirror that shows your dreams?
- be able to see 10 minutes into the future or 10 years into the future
- have a magical wardrobe that leads to a different world or a magical mirror that shows your dreams
Would you rather be able to control the weather or control the elements (fire, water, earth, air), or have a car that runs on water or one that runs on air?
- be able to control the weather or control the elements (fire, water, earth, air)
- have a car that runs on water or one that runs on air
Would you rather live in a world where everyone can fly or one where everyone can teleport, or have a pet that is a miniature elephant or a giant hamster?
- live in a world where everyone can fly or one where everyone can teleport
- have a pet that is a miniature elephant or a giant hamster
Would you rather be able to heal any injury with a touch or cleanse any poison with a word, or have a house that is made of candy or one that is made of glass?
- be able to heal any injury with a touch or cleanse any poison with a word
- have a house that is made of candy or one that is made of glass
Would you rather be able to grow plants instantly or purify any water source, or have a phone that can project holograms or one that can create force fields?
- be able to grow plants instantly or purify any water source
- have a phone that can project holograms or one that can create force fields
Would you rather live in a world where it is always spring or one where it is always autumn, or have a magical paintbrush that brings paintings to life or a magical flute that controls animals?
- live in a world where it is always spring or one where it is always autumn
- have a magical paintbrush that brings paintings to life or a magical flute that controls animals
Would you rather be able to change your age at will or change your appearance at will, or have a car that can travel through time or one that can travel to other planets?
- be able to change your age at will or change your appearance at will
- have a car that can travel through time or one that can travel to other planets
Would you rather live in a world where everyone is vegetarian or one where everyone is vegan, or have a magical camera that can take pictures of the past or one that can take pictures of the future?
- live in a world where everyone is vegetarian or one where everyone is vegan
- have a magical camera that can take pictures of the past or one that can take pictures of the future
Would you rather be able to speak to animals or understand their emotions, or have a personal butler or a personal chef?
- be able to speak to animals or understand their emotions
- have a personal butler or a personal chef
Would you rather live in a world where chocolate grows on trees or candy rains from the sky, or have a pet that is a tiny dragon or a small griffin?
- live in a world where chocolate grows on trees or candy rains from the sky
- have a pet that is a tiny dragon or a small griffin
Would you rather be the best at playing chess or at solving crossword puzzles, or have a superpower to turn invisible or to read minds?
- be the best at playing chess or at solving crossword puzzles
- have a superpower to turn invisible or to read minds
Would you rather live in a world where it is always sunny or one where it always snows, or have a magical pen that writes the truth or one that writes poetry?
- live in a world where it is always sunny or one where it always snows
- have a magical pen that writes the truth or one that writes poetry
Would you rather be able to run faster than a cheetah or jump higher than a kangaroo, or have a house that cleans itself or one that cooks your meals?
- be able to run faster than a cheetah or jump higher than a kangaroo
- have a house that cleans itself or one that cooks your meals
Would you rather spend saturday reading in a library, or hiking in a forest?
- spend saturday reading in a library
- hiking in a forest
Would you rather a cat companion, or a dog companion?
- a cat companion
- a dog companion
Would you rather watch a sunrise, or gaze at stars?
- watch a sunrise
- gaze at stars
Modern Dilemmas
Would you rather stream your favorite show or read the book it is based on, or learn to play guitar or learn to code a simple app?
- stream your favorite show or read the book it is based on
- learn to play guitar or learn to code a simple app
Would you rather adopt a puppy or adopt an older dog, or take a cooking class or join a book club?
- adopt a puppy or adopt an older dog
- take a cooking class or join a book club
Would you rather go skydiving or go scuba diving, or start a garden or take up photography?
- go skydiving or go scuba diving
- start a garden or take up photography
Would you rather host a game night or go to a concert, or buy a new bike or a new pair of running shoes?
- host a game night or go to a concert
- buy a new bike or a new pair of running shoes
Would you rather volunteer at an animal shelter or a food bank, or take a road trip or a camping trip?
- volunteer at an animal shelter or a food bank
- take a road trip or a camping trip
Would you rather learn to paint or learn to knit, or build a treehouse or a birdhouse?
- learn to paint or learn to knit
- build a treehouse or a birdhouse
Would you rather try surfing or try rock climbing, or visit a museum or an amusement park?
- try surfing or try rock climbing
- visit a museum or an amusement park
Would you rather plant a tree or clean up a local park, or start a blog or a vlog?
- plant a tree or clean up a local park
- start a blog or a vlog
Would you rather have a picnic in the park or at the beach, or go to a farmers market or a craft fair?
- have a picnic in the park or at the beach
- go to a farmers market or a craft fair
Would you rather learn to meditate or start a journal, or join a sports team or a dance class?
- learn to meditate or start a journal
- join a sports team or a dance class
Would you rather buy a pet fish or a pet hamster, or take a painting class or a pottery class?
- buy a pet fish or a pet hamster
- take a painting class or a pottery class
Would you rather visit a national park or a historical landmark, or go to a theme park or a water park?
- visit a national park or a historical landmark
- go to a theme park or a water park
Would you rather learn to bake bread or make pasta from scratch, or join a community garden or a local sports league?
- learn to bake bread or make pasta from scratch
- join a community garden or a local sports league
Would you rather have a board game marathon or a video game tournament, or go hiking or biking on a nature trail?
- have a board game marathon or a video game tournament
- go hiking or biking on a nature trail
Would you rather start a coin collection or a stamp collection, or try ice skating or roller skating?
- start a coin collection or a stamp collection
- try ice skating or roller skating
Would you rather build a sandcastle or a snowman, or go to a comedy show or a magic show?
- build a sandcastle or a snowman
- go to a comedy show or a magic show
Would you rather learn to play chess or checkers, or visit an aquarium or a zoo?
- learn to play chess or checkers
- visit an aquarium or a zoo
Would you rather have a movie marathon or a tv show binge, or go to a planetarium or a science museum?
- have a movie marathon or a tv show binge
- go to a planetarium or a science museum
Would you rather learn to make sushi or tacos, or join a book club or a debate team?
- learn to make sushi or tacos
- join a book club or a debate team
Would you rather go kayaking or canoeing, or take a dance class or a martial arts class?
- go kayaking or canoeing
- take a dance class or a martial arts class
Would you rather visit a lighthouse or a castle, or go to a haunted house or a carnival?
- visit a lighthouse or a castle
- go to a haunted house or a carnival
Would you rather have a self-driving car or a flying car, or live in a smart home or a treehouse?
- have a self-driving car or a flying car
- live in a smart home or a treehouse
Would you rather attend a virtual concert or a live esports event, or use a robot vacuum or a smart fridge?
- attend a virtual concert or a live esports event
- use a robot vacuum or a smart fridge
Would you rather wear smart glasses or a smart watch, or order groceries online or via a delivery app?
- wear smart glasses or a smart watch
- order groceries online or via a delivery app
Would you rather have a personal AI assistant or a humanoid robot, or work remotely from anywhere or in a coworking space?
- have a personal AI assistant or a humanoid robot
- work remotely from anywhere or in a coworking space
Would you rather use a drone for photography or for delivery, or experience virtual reality or augmented reality?
- use a drone for photography or for delivery
- experience virtual reality or augmented reality
Themed Dilemmas
Find themed This or That questions for special occasions, such as holidays, parties, and more.
Would you rather host a costume party or a themed dinner party, or go to a pumpkin patch or a haunted hayride?
- host a costume party or a themed dinner party
- go to a pumpkin patch or a haunted hayride
Would you rather carve a pumpkin or decorate cookies, or hand out candy or bob for apples?
- carve a pumpkin or decorate cookies
- hand out candy or bob for apples
Would you rather build a gingerbread house or decorate a christmas tree, or sing carols or watch holiday movies?
- build a gingerbread house or decorate a christmas tree
- sing carols or watch holiday movies
Would you rather go on an easter egg hunt or decorate easter eggs, or have a easter brunch or a family dinner?
- go on an easter egg hunt or decorate easter eggs
- have a easter brunch or a family dinner
Would you rather set off fireworks or light sparklers, or have a barbecue or a picnic?
- set off fireworks or light sparklers
- have a barbecue or a picnic
Would you rather make valentine cards or chocolate treats, or have a valentine's dance or a movie night?
- make valentine cards or chocolate treats
- have a valentine's dance or a movie night
Would you rather celebrate cinco de mayo with a parade or a fiesta, or make tacos or guacamole?
- celebrate cinco de mayo with a parade or a fiesta
- make tacos or guacamole
Would you rather go to a st. patrick's day parade or make green treats, or wear green or search for a four-leaf clover?
- go to a st. patrick's day parade or make green treats
- wear green or search for a four-leaf clover
Would you rather have a new year's eve countdown or a ball drop party, or make resolutions or set goals?
- have a new year's eve countdown or a ball drop party
- make resolutions or set goals
Would you rather celebrate halloween with a costume contest or a spooky story, or make a jack-o-lantern or a haunted house?
- celebrate halloween with a costume contest or a spooky story
- make a jack-o-lantern or a haunted house
Would you rather give thanks or volunteer on thanksgiving, or eat turkey or pumpkin pie?
- give thanks or volunteer on thanksgiving
- eat turkey or pumpkin pie
Would you rather exchange gifts or decorate the house for christmas, or bake cookies or sing holiday songs?
- exchange gifts or decorate the house for christmas
- bake cookies or sing holiday songs
Would you rather make a valentine's day craft or a love letter, or have a romantic dinner or a movie night?
- make a valentine's day craft or a love letter
- have a romantic dinner or a movie night
Would you rather celebrate the fourth of july with a barbecue or a picnic, or watch fireworks or have a parade?
- celebrate the fourth of july with a barbecue or a picnic
- watch fireworks or have a parade
Would you rather go to a mardi gras parade or make masks, or eat king cake or dance to jazz music?
- go to a mardi gras parade or make masks
- eat king cake or dance to jazz music
Would you rather celebrate hanukkah with a menorah lighting or dreidel games, or make latkes or eat sufganiyot?
- celebrate hanukkah with a menorah lighting or dreidel games
- make latkes or eat sufganiyot
Would you rather have a dia de los muertos celebration or make an altar, or make sugar skulls or pan de muerto?
- have a dia de los muertos celebration or make an altar
- make sugar skulls or pan de muerto
Would you rather celebrate ramadan with iftar or taraweeh prayers, or make samosas or baklava?
- celebrate ramadan with iftar or taraweeh prayers
- make samosas or baklava
Would you rather go to a diwali festival or light diyas, or make rangoli or eat sweets?
- go to a diwali festival or light diyas
- make rangoli or eat sweets
Would you rather celebrate kwanzaa with a kinara lighting or a feast, or make a unity cup or wear traditional clothing?
- celebrate kwanzaa with a kinara lighting or a feast
- make a unity cup or wear traditional clothing
Would you rather have a harvest festival or make a cornucopia, or carve a gourd or make cider?
- have a harvest festival or make a cornucopia
- carve a gourd or make cider
Would you rather an indoor birthday party, or a backyard birthday party?
- an indoor birthday party
- a backyard birthday party
Would you rather decorate with balloons, or decorate with paper banners?
- decorate with balloons
- decorate with paper banners
Would you rather serve pizza slices, or serve taco plates?
- serve pizza slices
- serve taco plates
Would you rather break open a piñata, or play a cupcake decorating game?
- break open a piñata
- play a cupcake decorating game
Would you rather host a birthday treasure hunt, or set up a birthday craft station?
- host a birthday treasure hunt
- set up a birthday craft station
Would you rather hire a party DJ, or set up a karaoke machine?
- hire a party DJ
- set up a karaoke machine
Would you rather play a holiday gift exchange game, or host a holiday cookie decorating party?
- play a holiday gift exchange game
- host a holiday cookie decorating party
Would you rather host a holiday movie night, or host a holiday puzzle party?
- host a holiday movie night
- host a holiday puzzle party
Would you rather decorate a christmas tree, or decorate a holiday wreath?
- decorate a christmas tree
- decorate a holiday wreath
Would you rather make christmas sugar cookies, or make gingerbread houses?
- make christmas sugar cookies
- make gingerbread houses
Would you rather host an easter egg hunt, or host an easter craft morning?
- host an easter egg hunt
- host an easter craft morning
Would you rather hold a valentine card-making party, or hold a valentine candy-sorting party?
- hold a valentine card-making party
- hold a valentine candy-sorting party
Would you rather wear matching animal costumes, or wear matching space costumes?
- wear matching animal costumes
- wear matching space costumes
Would you rather host a monster movie night, or host a monster costume contest?
- host a monster movie night
- host a monster costume contest
Would you rather hang colorful paper lanterns, or hang sparkling string lights?
- hang colorful paper lanterns
- hang sparkling string lights
Would you rather hand out glow sticks, or hand out small puzzles?
- hand out glow sticks
- hand out small puzzles
Tips and Strategies
Get tips and strategies for hosting a successful This or That game, including how to handle sensitive topics and keep the conversation engaging.
Would you rather eat breakfast for dinner or dinner for breakfast, or have pizza for breakfast or cereal for dinner?
- eat breakfast for dinner or dinner for breakfast
- have pizza for breakfast or cereal for dinner
Would you rather ride a bike to school or take the school bus, or walk to school or get dropped off by a parent?
- ride a bike to school or take the school bus
- walk to school or get dropped off by a parent
Would you rather do homework right after school or right before bed, or complete homework in one sitting or spread it out?
- do homework right after school or right before bed
- complete homework in one sitting or spread it out
Would you rather wear pajamas to school or a costume to school, or wear a hat all day or mismatched shoes?
- wear pajamas to school or a costume to school
- wear a hat all day or mismatched shoes
Would you rather have a classroom pet snake or a classroom pet rabbit, or have a classroom fish tank or a classroom hamster?
- have a classroom pet snake or a classroom pet rabbit
- have a classroom fish tank or a classroom hamster
Would you rather eat lunch outside or in the cafeteria, or have indoor recess or outdoor recess?
- eat lunch outside or in the cafeteria
- have indoor recess or outdoor recess
Would you rather use a paper planner or a digital planner, or write notes by hand or type notes on a device?
- use a paper planner or a digital planner
- write notes by hand or type notes on a device
Would you rather have a school talent show or a school science fair, or participate in a spelling bee or a math competition?
- have a school talent show or a school science fair
- participate in a spelling bee or a math competition
Would you rather read a physical book or an ebook, or listen to an audiobook or read along on a device?
- read a physical book or an ebook
- listen to an audiobook or read along on a device
Would you rather have a school dance or a movie night, or organize a school sports tournament or a game night?
- have a school dance or a movie night
- organize a school sports tournament or a game night
Would you rather sit at a desk or on a bean bag in class, or use a standing desk or a balance ball chair?
- sit at a desk or on a bean bag in class
- use a standing desk or a balance ball chair
Would you rather have a class pet or a class garden, or participate in a class swap or a class auction?
- have a class pet or a class garden
- participate in a class swap or a class auction
Would you rather go on a field trip to a museum or a zoo, or visit a farm or a historical site for a field trip?
- go on a field trip to a museum or a zoo
- visit a farm or a historical site for a field trip
Would you rather learn to play the recorder or the ukulele, or join choir or learn to play the drums?
- learn to play the recorder or the ukulele
- join choir or learn to play the drums
Would you rather have a school carnival or a school fair, or participate in a school play or a talent show?
- have a school carnival or a school fair
- participate in a school play or a talent show
Would you rather use a laptop or a tablet in class, or use a desktop computer or a smartphone for schoolwork?
- use a laptop or a tablet in class
- use a desktop computer or a smartphone for schoolwork
Would you rather have a pop quiz or a scheduled test, or participate in a group project or work independently?
- have a pop quiz or a scheduled test
- participate in a group project or work independently
Would you rather wear a school uniform or choose your own clothes, or wear a school t-shirt or a school sweatshirt?
- wear a school uniform or choose your own clothes
- wear a school t-shirt or a school sweatshirt
Would you rather have a snow day or an extra day off in summer, or have a half-day or a teacher workshop day?
- have a snow day or an extra day off in summer
- have a half-day or a teacher workshop day
Would you rather participate in a science experiment or an art project, or build a model or create a presentation?
- participate in a science experiment or an art project
- build a model or create a presentation
Would you rather have a class pet turtle or a class pet bird, or have a class pet guinea pig or a class pet lizard?
- have a class pet turtle or a class pet bird
- have a class pet guinea pig or a class pet lizard
Would you rather start with easy favorites, or start with silly hypotheticals?
- start with easy favorites
- start with silly hypotheticals
Would you rather ask everyone each round, or let tables vote?
- ask everyone each round
- let tables vote
Would you rather keep choices universal, or make them theme-specific?
- keep choices universal
- make them theme-specific
Would you rather offer a quick pass, or set a fun skip signal?
- offer a quick pass
- set a fun skip signal
Would you rather share your own answer first, or invite a volunteer?
- share your own answer first
- invite a volunteer
Would you rather use a tiebreaker question, or ask the room to vote?
- use a tiebreaker question
- ask the room to vote
Would you rather ask for raised hands, or take quick polls?
- ask for raised hands
- take quick polls
Would you rather run short rapid rounds, or try longer story-based rounds?
- run short rapid rounds
- try longer story-based rounds
Would you rather call on shy guests, or let them answer by card?
- call on shy guests
- let them answer by card
Would you rather set a ten-second timer, or count down from three?
- set a ten-second timer
- count down from three
Would you rather mix food with travel, or mix school with hobbies?
- mix food with travel
- mix school with hobbies
Would you rather add surprise bonus choices, or stick to familiar topics?
- add surprise bonus choices
- stick to familiar topics
Would you rather move past a debate, or let it spark friendly stories?
- move past a debate
- let it spark friendly stories
Would you rather read every prompt aloud, or let players scan written cards?
- read every prompt aloud
- let players scan written cards
Would you rather host in person, or host a video call?
- host in person
- host a video call
Would you rather play for individual answers, or split into two teams?
- play for individual answers
- split into two teams
This or That Questions for Kids
Would you rather travel by train, or travel by plane?
- travel by train
- travel by plane
Would you rather eat pancakes, or eat waffles?
- eat pancakes
- eat waffles
Would you rather play soccer, or play basketball?
- play soccer
- play basketball
Would you rather spend a rainy day playing board games, or spend a rainy day watching movies?
- spend a rainy day playing board games
- spend a rainy day watching movies
Would you rather sleep in a camping tent, or sleep in a hotel room?
- sleep in a camping tent
- sleep in a hotel room
Would you rather bring a homemade sandwich, or buy cafeteria pizza?
- bring a homemade sandwich
- buy cafeteria pizza
Would you rather keep a flowering plant, or keep a friendly pet rock?
- keep a flowering plant
- keep a friendly pet rock
Would you rather build a walking robot, or program a drawing robot?
- build a walking robot
- program a drawing robot
Would you rather read a graphic novel, or read an adventure novel?
- read a graphic novel
- read an adventure novel
Would you rather walk to school, or bike to school?
- walk to school
- bike to school
Would you rather build a snow fort, or make a rain gauge?
- build a snow fort
- make a rain gauge
Would you rather visit an aquarium, or visit a wildlife zoo?
- visit an aquarium
- visit a wildlife zoo
Would you rather camp beside a mountain, or camp beside a lake?
- camp beside a mountain
- camp beside a lake
Would you rather read a mystery book, or read a sports book?
- read a mystery book
- read a sports book
Would you rather make a volcano model, or launch a model rocket?
- make a volcano model
- launch a model rocket
Would you rather learn piano, or learn violin?
- learn piano
- learn violin
Would you rather join a treasure hunt, or join a space mission?
- join a treasure hunt
- join a space mission
Would you rather visit a petting farm, or visit a butterfly garden?
- visit a petting farm
- visit a butterfly garden
This or That Questions for Adults
Would you rather cook dinner at home, or order dinner for delivery?
- cook dinner at home
- order dinner for delivery
Would you rather eat oatmeal for breakfast, or eat avocado toast for breakfast?
- eat oatmeal for breakfast
- eat avocado toast for breakfast
Would you rather visit a beach, or visit the mountains?
- visit a beach
- visit the mountains
Would you rather explore a museum, or visit an art gallery?
- explore a museum
- visit an art gallery
Would you rather attend a live concert, or watch a movie theater?
- attend a live concert
- watch a movie theater
Would you rather go hiking, or go cycling?
- go hiking
- go cycling
Would you rather live in a city apartment, or live in a suburban house?
- live in a city apartment
- live in a suburban house
Would you rather be an early bird, or be a night owl?
- be an early bird
- be a night owl
Would you rather make a phone call, or record a video message?
- make a phone call
- record a video message
Would you rather write handwritten notes, or type digital notes?
- write handwritten notes
- type digital notes
Would you rather take photographs, or paint pictures?
- take photographs
- paint pictures
Would you rather join a pottery class, or join a cooking class?
- join a pottery class
- join a cooking class
Would you rather listen to podcasts, or listen to audiobooks?
- listen to podcasts
- listen to audiobooks
Would you rather watch classic movies, or watch new releases?
- watch classic movies
- watch new releases
Would you rather wear a formal outfit, or wear a casual outfit?
- wear a formal outfit
- wear a casual outfit
Would you rather fund a weekend trip, or upgrade your home?
- fund a weekend trip
- upgrade your home
Would you rather learn a language with an app, or learn a language in class?
- learn a language with an app
- learn a language in class
Would you rather drive an electric car, or drive a gasoline car?
- drive an electric car
- drive a gasoline car
How to Play This or That Questions
To play This or That Questions, gather a group of two or more people and take turns asking each player a dilemma. Each dilemma presents two options, and the player must choose one. For example, 'Would you rather have the ability to fly or be invisible?' The key rule is that players cannot refuse to choose; they must pick one option.
The game works best when players are encouraged to explain their choices, which is where the follow-up question 'why?' comes in. This not only adds depth to the game but also creates opportunities for laughter and connection. The prompts are designed to be balanced, with no obviously better option, to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for all players.
Group Size and Formats
This or That Questions can be played with any group size, from two people to a large party. For two players, the game can be played as a one-on-one conversation, with each person taking turns asking dilemmas and explaining their choices.
In a larger group, such as a car full of friends or a classroom, players can take turns asking dilemmas, or one person can act as the facilitator and ask questions to the entire group. For a party setting, consider using a digital tool or app to display dilemmas on a screen, allowing everyone to participate simultaneously.
The Power of the Follow-up Question
The follow-up question 'why?' is where the game truly comes to life. It encourages players to explain their choices and share their perspectives, adding depth and humor to the game. Asking 'why?' can lead to interesting discussions and reveal surprising insights about the players.
However, it's important to ask the follow-up question in a way that doesn't put anyone on the spot. Encourage players to share as much or as little as they feel comfortable with, and avoid pressing for answers if someone is hesitant. This helps maintain a comfortable and inclusive atmosphere.
Keeping the Game Comfortable
Reading the room is crucial when playing This or That Questions. Be mindful of the group's dynamics and avoid asking dilemmas that could make someone uncomfortable. It's okay for players to pass on a question if they don't feel comfortable answering it.
The prompts are designed to be lighthearted and fun, with no intention of embarrassing anyone. If a dilemma does make someone uncomfortable, acknowledge it and move on to the next question. The goal is to create a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.
Crafting Balanced Dilemmas
A well-crafted This or That dilemma presents two options that are equally appealing or unappealing, with no obviously better choice. This ensures that players must make a genuine decision, leading to more interesting discussions and insights.
When writing dilemmas, consider the group's interests and sensitivities. Avoid topics that could be controversial or offensive, and strive for a balance between fun and thought-provoking. The goal is to create dilemmas that are engaging and inclusive, encouraging players to share their thoughts and preferences.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play This or That Questions with two people?
Yes, This or That Questions can be played with any group size, including two people. For a two-player game, take turns asking each other dilemmas and explaining your choices.
What if I don't want to answer a dilemma?
It's okay to pass on a question if you don't feel comfortable answering it. The game is meant to be fun and inclusive, so don't feel pressured to answer if you're not ready.
How do I keep the game interesting?
To keep the game interesting, try to vary the types of dilemmas you ask. Include a mix of fun, thought-provoking, and silly questions to keep the conversation engaging. Also, encourage players to ask their own dilemmas to add variety.
Can I use this game in a classroom setting?
Yes, This or That Questions can be a great tool for classroom discussions. It encourages critical thinking and allows students to express their opinions in a safe and structured environment. Just be mindful of the topics and ensure they are appropriate for the age group.
What if there's a disagreement about an answer?
Remember, there are no right or wrong answers in This or That Questions. The game is about sharing preferences and perspectives, not about winning or being right. If a disagreement arises, use it as an opportunity to discuss different viewpoints and learn from each other.
How do I make the game more challenging?
To make the game more challenging, try asking dilemmas with more nuanced options or asking players to explain their choices in detail. You can also introduce a time limit for answering to add an extra layer of difficulty.
Can I play this game online?
Yes, This or That Questions can be played online using video conferencing tools or digital platforms. Share the dilemmas through screen sharing or chat, and encourage players to unmute and share their answers and explanations.
What if the group is too large?
If the group is too large, consider breaking into smaller groups or using a digital tool to display dilemmas on a screen. This allows everyone to participate and keeps the game moving smoothly.
How do I handle sensitive topics?
When dealing with sensitive topics, be mindful of the group's dynamics and avoid asking dilemmas that could make someone uncomfortable. Encourage players to pass on questions if they don't feel comfortable, and focus on creating a safe and inclusive environment.
Can I use this game for team-building?
Yes, This or That Questions can be a great team-building activity. It encourages communication, reveals personal preferences, and can help build stronger connections among team members. Just ensure the dilemmas are appropriate for the workplace and promote a positive and respectful atmosphere.
What are 20 random questions?
Examples of this-or-that questions are: Text or call, beach or mountains, cats or dogs, summer or winter, coffee or tea, sweet or salty, city or countryside, rain or sunshine, rent or buy, movies or books, comedy or drama, music or podcasts, cooking or baking, travel or staying home, alone or with friends, public transport or driving, working from home or in an office, early bird or night owl, hot weather or cold weather, and save money or spend it. These are examples of the preference-style prompts included in the page’s five sections.
What to ask in this or that game?
Ask preference questions such as “Beach or mountains?” or “Cats or dogs?” You can also use favorite activities, foods, places, seasons, movies, books, music, and hypothetical choices. A good game mixes easy everyday questions with more personal prompts, lets everyone give a brief reason, and avoids making any choice feel like the only acceptable answer.