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The 2000s

The 2000s
By Jon Zajac

Intro

As a fan of pop culture and nostalgia, I love incorporating themed icebreaker questions into events as a way to get guests talking and connecting with one another. The 2000s were a decade full of iconic moments, trends, and cultural touchstones, making it the perfect theme for an engaging icebreaker activity.

How to incorporate The 2000s themed This or That questions

To incorporate The 2000s-themed “This or That” questions into your upcoming event, follow these steps:

  1. Prepare a list of questions beforehand that are related to the themes and trends of the 2000s. These can be inspired by music, movies, TV shows, fashion, technology, and other cultural touchstones from the decade.

  2. Print out the questions on cards or display them on a screen or 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).

  3. 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 2000s to keep the conversation flowing.

  4. 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.

  5. 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 dance-off featuring popular 2000s songs or create a photo booth with props inspired by iconic 2000s fashion trends.

Ideas on different themes of questions

To keep your 2000s-themed icebreaker questions fresh and engaging, you can explore different themes and categories that were popular during the decade. Here are some ideas:

  • Music: Ask questions about the music genres, artists, and songs that defined the 2000s (e.g., “Which music genre do you associate most with the 2000s?” or “What was your favorite song of the decade?”).

  • Movies: Ask questions about the blockbuster movies and franchises that dominated the 2000s (e.g., “Which movie series do you love the most from the 2000s?” or “Who is your favorite superhero from the 2000s movies?”).

  • TV shows: Ask questions about the TV shows and characters that made us laugh, cry, and binge-watch during the 2000s (e.g., “Which sitcom do you miss most from the 2000s?” or “What is your favorite reality show of the decade?”).

  • Fashion: Ask questions about the fashion trends and styles that defined the 2000s (e.g., “Which fashion trend do you cringe at the most from the 2000s?” or “What was your favorite clothing item to wear in the 2000s?”).

  • Technology: Ask questions about the technological advancements and gadgets that changed our lives during the 2000s (e.g., “Which technology do you miss the most from the 2000s?” or “What was your first cell phone in the 2000s?”).

By incorporating these different themes of questions into your 2000s-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 2000s themed This or That questions

Sure thing! Here’s an example of how to incorporate The 2000s themed “This or That” icebreaker questions into your upcoming event:

Intro

The 2000s were a decade full of iconic moments, trends, and cultural shifts that continue to shape our world today. From the rise of social media and reality TV to the evolution of music and fashion, there’s no denying the impact and influence of this transformative period. That’s why I love using The 2000s themed “This or That” icebreaker questions as a way to reminisce, connect, and engage with others who share a passion for this era.

How to incorporate The 2000s themed This or That questions

To incorporate The 2000s themed “This or That” icebreaker questions into your event, follow these steps:

  1. Prepare a list of questions beforehand that are related to the pop culture, politics, and social trends of the 2000s. You can find inspiration from watching movies and TV shows, listening to music, reading books or articles, or browsing online forums and blogs.

  2. 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).

  3. 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 2000s to keep the conversation flowing.

  4. 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.

  5. 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 2000s 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 2000s themed icebreaker questions fresh and engaging, you can explore different themes and categories that are relevant to this decade. Here are some ideas:

  • Pop Culture: Ask questions related to the movies, TV shows, music, books, and other forms of entertainment that defined the 2000s (e.g., “Which 2000s movie do you watch again and again?” or “What was your favorite boy band of the decade?”).

  • Politics: Ask questions about the major political events and figures of the 2000s, such as the War on Terror, Barack Obama’s presidency, and the rise of social movements (e.g., “What was your reaction to the 9/11 attacks?” or “Which political cause do you care about the most from this era?”).

  • Social Trends: Ask questions that tap into the social changes and challenges of the 2000s, such as the rise of technology, the evolution of gender roles, and the emergence of new forms of activism (e.g., “How has technology changed your life since the 2000s?” or “What do you think was the most significant social trend of this decade?”).

  • Humor: Ask questions that reference the comedy, humor, and memes that were popular during the 2000s (e.g., “Which comedian do you miss the most from this era?” or “What is your favorite joke or meme from the 2000s?”).

  • Cultural references: Ask questions that reference pop culture, history, and current events that were relevant during the 2000s (e.g., “Which celebrity scandal do you remember from this decade?” or “What was your favorite fashion trend of the 2000s?”).

By incorporating these different themes of questions into your The 2000s 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 2000s themed This or That questions

  1. The Strokes or The White Stripes?
  2. The Sopranos or The Wire?
  3. Paris Hilton or Nicole Richie?
  4. Rihanna or Beyoncé?
  5. Motorola Razr or BlackBerry?
  6. Nokia or Motorola?
  7. Beyoncé or Britney Spears?
  8. The OC or One Tree Hill?
  9. Pop-punk or emo music?
  10. American Idol or The Voice?
  11. Lizzie McGuire or That’s So Raven?
  12. Napster or Limewire
  13. Harry Potter or Twilight?
  14. Beyoncé or Destiny’s Child?
  15. Beyonce or Destiny’s Child?
  16. MSN Messenger or AIM?
  17. Laguna Beach or The Hills?
  18. MySpace or Facebook
  19. Ashton Kutcher or Topher Grace?
  20. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater or Skate?
  21. Razr or Sidekick?
  22. TRL or BET’s 106 & Park?
  23. Friends or Seinfeld
  24. PlayStation 2 or Xbox?
  25. Laguna Beach or The Hills
  26. The Sopranos or The Wire
  27. MSN Messenger or AOL Instant Messenger?
  28. Mean Girls or Legally Blonde
  29. T-Pain or Lil Wayne?
  30. My Super Sweet 16 or MTV Cribs?
  31. Pumpkin Spice Latte or Frappuccino?
  32. The O.C. or One Tree Hill?
  33. Nintendo Wii or Xbox 360?
  34. Juicy Couture or Abercrombie & Fitch?
  35. Transformers or Iron Man
  36. AIM or MSN Messenger?
  37. MySpace or Facebook?
  38. Lindsay Lohan or Hilary Duff?
  39. Razr or Sidekick
  40. Britney Spears or Christina Aguilera
  41. Mean Girls or Clueless?
  42. iTunes or iPod
  43. Frosted tips or chunky highlights?
  44. Motorola Razr or Nokia 3310?
  45. Sidekick or BlackBerry?
  46. Motorola or Nokia?
  47. Beyonce or Rihanna
  48. The Notebook or A Walk to Remember
  49. Real World or Survivor?
  50. Pirates of the Caribbean or The Chronicles of Narnia?
  51. Blink-182 or Green Day?
  52. Low-rise jeans or Juicy Couture tracksuits?
  53. High School Musical or Camp Rock
  54. Tie-dye or denim mini-skirts?
  55. Razor scooter or Heelys?
  56. TRL or SNL
  57. Friday Night Lights or Gilmore Girls
  58. Spongebob Squarepants or The Fairly OddParents
  59. Pimp My Ride or Cribs
  60. Juicy tracksuits or velour tracksuits?
  61. Justin Timberlake or Justin Bieber
  62. Dancing with the Stars or American Idol?
  63. The Hills or Laguna Beach?
  64. Kim Kardashian or Paris Hilton?
  65. TRL or MTV Cribs?
  66. Gossip Girl or Pretty Little Liars
  67. Napster or Limewire?
  68. Kanye West or 50 Cent?
  69. Paris Hilton or Nicole Richie
  70. The Matrix or Lord of the Rings?
  71. American Idol or The Voice
  72. Myspace or Friendster?
  73. The Sims or SimCity?
  74. Low-rise jeans or high-waisted jeans?
  75. Facebook or MySpace?
  76. The Matrix or Inception
  77. iPod or MP3 player?
  78. The O.C. or One Tree Hill
  79. Flip phone or slide phone?
  80. Ugg boots or Crocs?
  81. Gilmore Girls or Veronica Mars?
  82. The Simple Life or Laguna Beach?
  83. Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings
  84. Eminem or 50 Cent
  85. Jelly bracelets or Livestrong bracelets?
  86. Low-rise jeans or high-waisted pants?
  87. Hyphy or crunk music?
  88. Justin Timberlake or JC Chasez?
  89. Flip phone or BlackBerry?
  90. High School Musical or Camp Rock?
  91. Bootcut jeans or skinny jeans?

About the author

Jon Zajac

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.