Random Responses
Icebreaker
Time
10-15 minutes
Description
This icebreaker uses a single die as a randomizer to get people talking about different topics. If they role a one, they respond to one question. If they roll a two, they respond to another one, and so on for each number on the die. You can use it for a variety of topics. It’s fun, and it gets people talking.
Materials
oDice (one per group of people)
oFlipchart and marker (one each)
Preparation
oPick a topic that you would like the participants to talk about.
oCreate a flipchart that lists a different aspect of that topic for each number on the die.
oHere are some examples:
For “Culture”
“Describe the following about another culture:
1.Something you like
2.Something you don’t understand
3.A funny thing that they do
4.Something their culture taught you
5.A mistake you made related to their culture
6.Your choice”
For “Confession”
“Describe the following about yourself:
1.A time you broke the law
2.A personally embarrassing moment
3.A bad decision you made
4.A cultural mistake you made
5.A story your family members still tell about you
6.Your choice”
For “Introductions”
“Describe the following about yourself:
1.Something you are known for
2.What you enjoy doing most
3.Where you go to relax
4.Who you admire most
5.Different jobs you have had
6.Your choice”
Procedure
Use the following script (or modify to suit your needs):
- “Let’s do an icebreaker to get to know each other better.”
- “It’s called ‘Random Responses,’ and it gets you to share about yourself by having you tell about a particular topic.”
- “To determine which topic you will talk about, you will take turns rolling a die at your table.” (Show the flipchart you prepared.)
- “If you roll a one, you should talk about the topic listed next to the one on this chart.”
- “If you roll a two, you should talk about the topic listed next to the two.” (Continue sharing each topic to make sure they understand the process.)
- “If you roll a six, you get to choose which of the other five topics you will talk about.”
- “What questions do you have about how this will work?” (Answer any questions. Then, let them begin. Anyone at the table can start, and they can go in any order as long as everyone has a chance to share.)