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New Year, New Connections

A discussion template, not a scored quiz: eight ice-breakers using word clouds, polls, open questions and a pair photo challenge. Two prompts refer to 2026, so it suits a New Year kick-off with a new or newly formed team.

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  • 8questions
  • 2rounds
  • 15minutes
  • Phonesplayers join with a code
  • Zoom, Teamsor in the room

The rounds

Round 1

Hopes and habits

Word clouds and open questions about what excites you and the habits you want to build.

4 questions

  • Word cloud
  • Poll
  • Open question
Round 2

Mood, energy and a photo

Songs, New Year energy, what to learn from colleagues and a pair photo challenge.

4 questions

  • Word cloud
  • Poll
  • Open question
  • Spinner wheel

All the prompts

Every prompt, grouped by round. This template has no scored answers.

Round 1: Hopes and habits4 questions
Question 1 · Word cloud · no right answer

What are you most excited about in 2026?

Question 2 · Poll · no right answer

Which type of person are you most like?

The Adventurer, The Planner, The Dreamer, The Chill One

Question 3 · Open question · no right answer

What’s a small habit you want to start this year?

Question 4 · Word cloud · no right answer

What place do you dream of visiting in 2026?

Round 2: Mood, energy and a photo4 questions
Question 5 · Word cloud · no right answer

What song describes your mood this year?

Question 6 · Poll · no right answer

Which “New Year energy” fits you best?

Hustle hard, Slow and steady, Relax and trust, Party every weekend

Question 7 · Open question · no right answer

What do you want to learn from other people this year?

Question 8 · Spinner wheel · no right answer

Pair challenge: Choose Pose - Take Photo!

How to host

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  2. Customise it

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  3. Present it

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  4. Share the join code

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Questions people ask

How long does the quiz take?

About 15 minutes for all 8 questions.

Can kids play?

This quiz is written for adults and teens. For younger players, pick one of the family quizzes for this holiday.

Can we play remotely?

Yes. Share your screen on Zoom or Teams and put the join code in the chat. Everyone answers on their own device.

Can I change the questions?

Yes. Once you have your own copy, every question is yours to edit.

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