As a fan of The X-Files, I’m always looking for ways to incorporate the show’s intrigue, suspense, and science fiction elements into my events. One fun way to do this is by using The X-Files-themed “This or That” icebreaker questions. By asking questions related to the show’s characters, storylines, and themes, you can create a sense of excitement among your guests and encourage them to share their opinions and experiences.
How to incorporate The X-Files themed This or That questions
To incorporate The X-Files-themed “This or That” questions into your event, follow these steps:
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Prepare a list of questions beforehand that are related to the show’s characters, storylines, and themes. You can find inspiration from watching episodes, reading recaps, or browsing online forums and fan sites.
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Print out the questions on cards or display them on a screen or a poster board. Encourage your guests to form small groups of 3-5 people and take turns asking each other the questions. You can also create a rotation system where each group moves on to the next question after a set amount of time (e.g., 2-3 minutes).
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Make sure everyone has a chance to answer each question and listen actively to their responses. Encourage follow-up questions, comments, and discussions that build on the initial answers. You can also share your own insights and opinions about the show to keep the conversation flowing.
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After everyone has had a chance to answer all the questions, gather your guests in a larger group and ask them to share their favorite or most surprising answers. You can also use this opportunity to highlight any commonalities or connections that emerged during the activity.
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Consider using some of the insights or stories that came up during the “This or That” icebreaker as a springboard for further conversations and activities throughout the day. For example, you could organize a trivia game based on The X-Files trivia or create a photo booth with props inspired by the show’s characters and settings.
Ideas on different themes of questions
To keep your The X-Files-themed icebreaker questions fresh and engaging, you can explore different themes and categories that are relevant to the show. Here are some ideas:
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Characters: Ask questions related to the personalities, relationships, and quirks of the show’s main characters (e.g., “Which X-Files character do you relate to the most?” or “Who is your favorite FBI agent?”).
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Storylines: Ask questions about the show’s plot twists, conflicts, and resolutions (e.g., “What was your favorite episode of The X-Files?” or “Do you prefer the alien conspiracy storylines or the standalone monster-of-the-week storylines?”).
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Themes: Ask questions that explore the show’s themes and messages (e.g., “What lessons have you learned from watching The X-Files?” or “How has The X-Files shaped your perspective on government cover-ups and conspiracy theories?”).
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Science fiction elements: Ask questions that tap into the show’s science fiction style and genre (e.g., “Which X-Files creature do you find the most terrifying?” or “What is your favorite alien technology from the show?”).
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Cultural references: Ask questions that reference pop culture, history, and current events that are featured in the show (e.g., “What is your favorite celebrity guest appearance on The X-Files?” or “Which historical event do you remember from watching The X-Files?”).
By incorporating these different themes of questions into your The X-Files-themed icebreaker activity, you can keep your guests engaged and entertained while also fostering a sense of community and shared interest. So why not give it a try and see how it can enhance your next event!
My favorite The X-Files themed This or That questions
- Mulder or Scully?
- Aliens or Monsters?
- The Truth or The Conspiracy?
- Cigarette Smoking Man or Skinner?
- Isolation or Collaboration?
- Red Speedo or Grey Sweats?
- Dana or Fox?
- Black Oil or Alien Bounty Hunters?
- The Lone Gunmen or Deep Throat?
- Fowley or Krycek?
- Werewolves or Vampires?
- Government Cover-Up or Extraterrestrial Cover-Up?
- Season 1 or Season 6?
- Samantha or Emily?
- Squeeze or Tooms?
- Eugene Victor Tooms or Donnie Pfaster?
- Trust No One or I Want to Believe?
- Flukeman or Peacock Family?
- Syndicate or Consortium?
- Home or Post-Modern Prometheus?
- The Host or The Walk?
- Paper or Plastic?
- Ice or Darkness Falls?
- Jose Chung or Clyde Bruckman?
- Grotesque or Unruhe?
- Die Hand Die Verletzt or Our Town?
- The Host or The Cancer Man?
- Exsqueeze me or Sorry about your rug?
- Ascension or Herrenvolk?
- Piper Maru or Apocrypha?
- Pusher or Jose Chung’s From Outer Space?
About the author
Jon Zajac
Founder & Chief Icebreaker
I started Icebreaker Spot because I truly believe that strong connections are the foundation of successful teams. I wanted to create a platform that would make it easy for people to find and share icebreakers and team building activities, empowering them to build trust, foster collaboration, and ultimately, achieve greatness together.