This or That Questions for Students

Looking for a fun way to connect with your students? Using “this or that” questions in your classroom is a fantastic way to make lessons more engaging and interactive. Start your class with these questions to get students thinking and involved right away.

“This or That” questions are particularly useful for sparking discussions in subjects like language arts or social studies, where comparing characters or historical events can lead into deeper exploration of the topics at hand. They are also great for group activities, encouraging teamwork and communication as students debate their choices and justify their decisions. It’s a fun way to review material before a test, too, helping students to clarify their understanding and reinforce their knowledge. Incorporating “this or that” questions also helps in building critical thinking and persuasive skills in a fun, inclusive way.

Here is a list of fun and engaging “this or that” questions tailored for elementary school, middle school and high school students:

This or That Questions for Elementary School Students

Use these playful and simple ‘this or that’ questions to spark joy and curiosity among your elementary students during classroom activities or break times.

1. Math or Reading?
2. Science Lab or Art Room?
3. School Library or Playground?
4. P.E. Class or Music Class?
5. Group Projects or Solo Work?
6. Long Recess or Movie Time?
7. Story Time or Drawing Time?
8. Field Trips to the Zoo or the Museum?
9. Lunch in the Cafeteria or Picnic Outside?
10. Handwriting Practice or Spelling Bee?
11. Crayons or Markers?
12. Reading a Book or Listening to a Story?
13. Indoor Recess or Outdoor Playground?
14. Ice Cream or Cake?
15. Cats or Dogs?
16. Math Games or Word Puzzles?
17. Drawing or Painting?
18. Hot Chocolate or Lemonade?
19. Superheroes or Wizards?
20. Biking or Walking?
21. Swimming Pool or Sandbox?
22. Cartoons or Live-Action Shows?
23. Singing or Dancing?
24. Dinosaurs or Robots?
25. Magic Tricks or Joke Telling?
26. Pirates or Ninjas?
27. Board Games or Video Games?
28. Pancakes or Waffles?
29. Snowball Fight or Building a Snowman?
30. Pencil or Pen?
31. Science Experiments or Art Projects?
32. Butterflies or Ladybugs?
33. Trains or Airplanes?
34. Pizza or Burgers?
35. Jump Rope or Hula Hoop?
36. Zoo or Aquarium?
37. Fruit or Vegetables?
38. Kites or Frisbees?
39. Mountains or Beach?
40. Horse Riding or Bike Riding?

This or That Questions for Middle School Students

To deepen connections and discussions among your middle schoolers, use these ‘this or that’ questions. They are perfect for boosting student engagement and social interactions

1. History or Science?
2. Algebra or Geometry?
3. Physical Education or Health Class?
4. Book Reports or Science Projects?
5. Choir or Band?
6. Computer Lab or Art Studio?
7. School Play or Talent Show?
8. Yearbook Committee or Debate Team?
9. Homeroom Announcements or School Newspaper?
10. School Spirit Day or Casual Dress Day?
11. Comedy Movies or Horror Movies?
12. E-books or Paper Books?
13. Team Sports or Individual Sports?
14. Pop Music or Rock Music?
15. Texting or Calling?
16. Sneakers or Boots?
17. Roller Coasters or Water Slides?
18. Pizza Night or Taco Night?
19. Video Games or Board Games?
20. YouTube or TikTok?
21. Ice Skating or Roller Skating?
22. Homework Alone or Study Group?
23. Early Bird or Night Owl?
24. Drawing or Writing?
25. Math or Science?
26. Instagram or Snapchat?
27. City Trip or Camping Trip?
28. Bagels or Toast?
29. Volleyball or Basketball?
30. Science Fiction or Fantasy?
31. Biking or Skateboarding?
32. History or Geography?
33. Cookies or Brownies?
34. Chips or Popcorn?
35. Swimming or Climbing?
36. Classic Literature or Modern Novels?
37. Art Class or Music Class?
38. Dancing or Singing?
39. Jeans or Shorts?
40. Magic Tricks or Card Tricks?

This or That Questions for High School Students

Engage your high school students in mature and relevant discussions with these ‘this or that’ questions. The questions are ideal for classroom debates or exploring personal preferences and opinions.

1. AP Classes or Electives?
2. Study Hall or Tutoring Session?
3. Varsity Sports or Intramural Clubs?
4. SAT Prep or College Fairs?
5. Class President or Club Leader?
6. Yearbook or School Magazine?
7. Math Team or Science Olympiad?
8. Drama Productions or Music Concerts?
9. Community Service Projects or Internship?
10. Homecoming Dance or Prom?
11. Podcasts or Music?
12. Fitness Class or Gym Session?
13. Formal Wear or Casual Wear?
14. Coffee or Tea?
15. Reality TV or Documentaries?
16. Online Shopping or In-Store Shopping?
17. Cinema or Streaming at Home?
18. Concerts or Plays?
19. Fast Food or Sit-Down Restaurant?
20. Cars or Motorcycles?
21. Smartphone Games or Console Games?
22. Writing Poetry or Reading Novels?
23. Studying in a Library or at a Café?
24. Summer Job or Internship?
25. Handwritten Notes or Digital Notes?
26. Laptop or Tablet?
27. American Football or Soccer?
28. Mountain Biking or Surfing?
29. Foreign Language Film or Animated Film?
30. Debate Club or Drama Club?
31. Local Travel or International Travel?
32. Science Lab or Art Studio?
33. Live Sports Event or Live Music Event?
34. Volunteering or Part-time Job?
35. Classical Music or Jazz?
36. Morning Shower or Evening Shower?
37. Winter Sports or Summer Sports?
38. Local Bands or Mainstream Artists?
39. Burgers or Pizza?
40. Physical Books or Audiobooks?