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Are you looking for exciting what if questions to get the ball rolling? This post is for you.

As an expert conversationalist featured in iHeartRadio and Elite Daily, I'm going to dive into the what if questions to ask that spark fascinating discussions.

Let's start.

 What If Questions

  1. What if you could live for 200 years?
  2. What if you could be an animal?
  3. What if money can buy happiness?
  4. What if there is no electricity for a year in your place?
  5. What if we found live dinosaurs living on a remote island?
  6. What if you were the President of the United States?
  7. What if you woke up and discovered you were the only person on earth?
  8. What if you had a money tree growing in your backyard?
  9. What if you could marry someone famous, either living or dead?
  10. What if you could change one thing about yourself? What would you change?
54 Exciting What If Questions - Best Ways You'll Love Fun
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5 Best What If Questions - #best

Best

7 What If Conversation Starter Questions - #starter

Conversation Starter

4 What If Random Questions - #random

Random

8 Funny What If Questions to Ask - #funny

Funny

7 Fun What If Questions to Ask - #fun

Fun

8 What If, Ice Breaker Questions - #ice

Ice Breaker

5 Interesting What If Questions - #interesting

Interesting

deep -#deep

Deep

Printables -#Printables

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How to Ask What If Questions: 3 Tips - #how-to

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FAQs -#FAQs

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5 Best What If Questions To Ask People

These are some of the biggest and best what-if questions. These are the types of questions that people never thought they would have to answer in a billion years, and that's what makes them awesome.

Some of them are incredibly tough -- sometimes even impossible. Others are more thought-provoking and imaginative. Use them wisely.

1. What if you woke up one morning in another country surrounded by people who spoke no English and with only the clothes you slept in, what would you do?

This question really inspires you to be creative while also forcing you to think practically. This interesting question can lead to a great conversation about what you'd do in such an event.

2. What if you could be famous, but poor forever would you do it?

What's more truly valuable, riches or glory? This question will get a person to reveal their priorities and whether or not they can handle the situation imposed by the question. Will it be wealth or fame?

3. What if you had the chance, would you change something in the history, risking that, your parents never will meet with each other and you never will be born?

Are you willing to potentially sacrifice your very existence for the greater good of humanity? This hypothetical question reveals what the other person thinks: are they worth more than the potential benefit that action can bring?

4. What if you could say a sentence which the whole world could hear, what would you say?

You have your platform, but only for one minute. What would you want the world to listen to? Hypothetical questions like these are about potential world-changing events that could seriously impact life.

5. What if you could live perfectly well without sleeping, if you had no need to sleep at all, how would you spend all your nights?

Or, should you try a polyphasic sleep cycle like Kramer from Seinfeld? What could possibly go wrong? With no need for sleep and all that free time, what could you accomplish now that you have the entire day to yourself? Maybe you could eat your favorite food all the time, or go to outer space!

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7 What If Questions That Are Great Communication Starters

Use these conversation starters when you're interested in going beyond the ordinary and into the extraordinary. After all, sometimes people get bored with the typical, average openers -- you can only discuss how your workweek is going so many times until it becomes talking just for the sake of being polite.

Starting a conversation with what-if questions are a surefire way to make sure you're remembered after meeting someone new. You might even inspire people to use your questions on other people.

6. What if you were a hotdog and you were starving, would you eat yourself?

Is it cannibalism if you're made of sentient processed meats? Would you prioritize your hunger or your safety? If your favorite food is hotdogs, then it might be worth considering.

7. What if you woke up suddenly because your house was on fire, which three things would you save as you ran outside?

This question is a great way to learn about what possessions are most important to a person, which can tell you a lot about them. Can they save their favorite thing in time?

8. What if you were given three wishes, what would you wish for?

A classic question that can generate a massive range of answers. If you could have three things, what would you choose? Specific questions like these reveal a lot about what they care about.

9. What if you were given a chance to go to the moon, would you go? Why or why not?

Are the risks worth the rewards? Do you fear space and its dangers or crave the excitement of being able to go to another world? Is outer space the frontier you're looking for? This question separates the thrill-seekers from the safety-minded.

10. What if you had to choose between a wonderful romantic relationship that would end after only a year, or a so-so relationship that would last your entire life, which one would you choose?

Is it better to have loved and lost...? A year of bliss or a lifetime of stability with your girlfriend or romantic partner? A hypothetical question like this can really get your gears turning.

11. What if you found a suitcase full of $1,000,000, what would you do?

This is a fun question because you can discuss where the money potentially came from too, which might affect your decisions. You don't want to be in possession of the wrong person's suitcase full of money!

12. What if you could move anywhere, where would you like to live?

A person's dream home can reveal quite a bit about their personality and tastes as well as their goals and ambitions. This question reveals quite a bit about their bucket list too!

4 Random Questions Based On Imagined Scenario

When you want to keep someone on their toes, you can't beat random questions. Many of these questions don't have any context, and that's okay.

Variety is the spice of life. Use these random questions to go beyond the norm and into uncharted territories.

13. What if you had to pick one person to be with forever?

Knowing only what you know about them now. Would you take a gamble or go with a safe bet? It's best to ask someone who isn't already in a relationship with another person, for a more genuine answer. Is it a loved one, a romantic partner, or a celebrity crush?

14. What if you could keep one memory of us together? Which one would you choose?

Asking this question itself is a great way to create a lasting memory with that special someone. Choosing one moment to live in forever can tell you what they cherish the most.

15. What if you could eat only one food for the rest of your life, what food would you choose and why?

This is a lighthearted question that still makes you think long and hard about what your decision would be. It's a bit of a random question but it tells us what their particular tastes are, and why they crave it.

16. What if you could have a party and invite anyone (dead or alive), which people would you invite?

Who would be on the ultimate guest list? Who do they think will be the coolest and dearest to invite, and why? It might be a list of people they've never met!

8 Funny What If Questions to Ask

You don't always need to crack a joke to make someone laugh. These funny questions to ask will have the other person in stitches.

The beauty of these hilarious what if questions is that sometimes the real humor comes from the answers. These questions put you in bizarre situations that tickle your brain's funny bone every time. Sharing some laughs is a tried-and-true way to form meaningful connections with people, so don't overlook this section.

17. What if birds aren't singing and they're screaming because they are afraid of the heights?

This question really makes you rethink the tranquility of that "Sounds of Nature" album you fall asleep to. It really makes you wonder: do birds have acrophobia?

18. What if the only reason we can't walk though mirrors is because our reflection blocks us?

And if you spend enough time convincing him, will he eventually let you in? Der Doppelgänger, why do you ape the pain of my love?

19. What if we can breath on space but the government just tells us we can't so we don't try to escape?

Well, do you personally know anyone who has tried to breathe in space? I doubt it. A small step for man might actually be a giant leap for you!

20. What if there are actually multiple souls in your body but you're the most powerful one so you have control over your body and the voices you hear in your head are just the weaker souls talking to you?

Hopefully, they don't band together and start a mutiny. That could get awkward. If me's a crowd, then just think about how noisy that could get. How would you even think without shouting over the peanut gallery?

21. What if humans lost all their skin every winter and walked around as skeletons and the trees get pissed when they have to rake all our skin off their lawns?

You never know what's going on in those parallel universes. A silly way to start a zombie apocalypse (skeleton apocalypse?) if you ask me.

22. What if everything you see right now is just a hallucination caused by inhaling oxygen?

And we can only see the true nature of reality when we breathe in space? This question is a potential logic bomb that could end up as really deep or really funny.

23. What if instead of police dogs, there were giant, man-sized police spiders?

There would certainly be much less crime. Arachnophobes beware. Are spiders the superior choice over man's best friend? This hypothetical event could be the worst thing to ever happen.

24. What if you choose not to drink coffee during coffee break?

Will the spider police come after you? And would you be able to handle the lack of caffeine in your system?

7 What If Questions to Ask Designed For A Fun Moment

Use these fun questions to ask when you just want to keep things light. Not every conversation needs to be heavy or hilarious.

These fun questions help you to escape idle chit-chat without getting too weird with it. They're great for passing time at work, in the car, or at the dinner table.

25. What if animals could talk, which would be the rudest?

Bonus points if you can do your best impression. Personally, I'd think cats would be the rudest. They slap everyone and only respond to you occasionally.

26. What if the all the States in the USA were represented by food, what food would each state be represented by?

This is a fun thought exercise to make you think about the many unique cultures in the United States. If you're a serious foodie, you might even be able to accurately name regional dishes for each state!

27. What if you had to change your name, what would your new name be, and why would you choose that name?

Serious and funny responses are both welcomed. It could be anything, from hilarious things like Darth Vader to cool names like Luke Skywalker. Star Wars fans know what I'm talking about.

28. What if you could be an Olympic athlete, what sport would you compete in?

Feel free to make up your own if you're not into any of the current options. Furthermore, is it real sports or fantasy sports?

29. What if you could be in the movie of your choice, what movie would you choose and what character would you play?

Feel free to also brainstorm a movie that doesn't exist yet. If they're a cinema fan, they could spend hours choosing. What's your favorite movie and would you star in it?

30. What if you could sit on a bench in a beautiful woods, who would you like sitting next to you on the bench and why?

Who is that one person who would make that serene moment truly perfect? Would it be a famous person, or someone personally important? Bonus points if you can specify someone either living or dead.

31. What if you could invite four famous people to dinner, who would you choose and why?

And where would you go? This specific question reveals their tastes in both company and fine dining. Which four people would you make dinner plans with?

8 What If, Ice Breaker Questions

Sometimes, breaking through someone's cold, tough exterior can be challenging. These ice breaker questions can help with that.

They're similar to conversation starters, but they have that extra something that helps people to open up to you. Some of them are forward, some of them are heavy, and some are downright strange. No matter what, you're sure to get a response!

32. What if I liked to dance naked while listening to One Direction?

Hypothetical questions, of course... But if they'd do it, try not to laugh at the mental image that could bring. That'd just be rude.

33. What if I had no money… would you still love me?

This question helps you to understand the value that people in your life put on material things. And the value of immaterial things, as well. Could you love someone penniless?

34. What if you were stranded on a desert island with me, but we had no food?

Time to start asking the tough questions... At least there's got to be coconuts on the island, right? Would it be survival or immediate panic? Could you live a life on a desert island without toilet paper, with only a friend or loved one as companion?

35. What if I got really fat?

At least you'd feed more people on the island. Though you'd probably need more than coconuts to live off of. Best to start getting fit in such a situation.

36. What would happen if you fell into a black hole?

Next time you see one, check out the event horizon and report back. You should probably bring something to keep you busy, you'll be there a long time...

37. What if another advanced species existed?

And their talent is staying extremely well hidden? Stealthy aliens could be right next to you, breathing down your neck...

38. What if a giant asteroid hadn't wiped out the dinosaurs?

How would life be different today? Would we be serving reptilian overlords? Would they become intelligent species like us? So many questions can spawn from this one question.

39. What if humans were twice as intelligent?

What could we potentially accomplish? Would we have been able to leave the solar system by now? We'd probably be smart enough to have cured cancer, among other things.

5 Interesting Conditional Questions To Ask Someone

Humans inspire humans. Spectacular feats have been achieved that were born of nothing but mere words. These interesting questions empower you to stimulate each other's minds and think in new and exciting ways.

Some of these questions force you to use your imagination by putting you in impossible situations. Others are more of thought exercises that make you think outside the box by imagining strange occurrences and alternative universes. Use them to blow minds.

40. What if all the cats in the world suddenly died?

Clearly there would have been some sort of master plan executed by all the dogs in the world. And while we're on this topic, what would happen if all the dogs had died instead? It's a morbid if thought-provoking question to ask.

41. What gravity was slowly disappearing?

Would we be able to find a solution? Brick shoes? Would we be sucked into space as if it were a vacuum cleaner? Would lakes and oceans fly up into the sky?

42. What if the sun were half as big?

Or worse, if it shrunk to half its size out of nowhere? We'd probably be living through an ice age or an era of total darkness. Though it is an interesting hypothetical to propose.

43. What would we do if we discovered aliens?

Or if they discovered us? (cue X-Files theme) Would we make friends with them, or would they beam us up and experiment on our bodies? Movie lovers know what'll happen.

44. What if electricity wasn't invented yet, how would your life be different?

Would you be able to cut it in a world lit by candles? Would you even be able to read this list in such a world? At least it won't be totally dark.

10 What If Based Questions That Will Let You Know Them Deeper

When you're ready to take the conversation to that next level, use these deep questions to ask. These are the big questions that may keep you up at night.

From science to history to philosophy to existentialism, these are thought-provoking questions that may take days, months, or even years to fully hash out. Ask them when you really want to understand the depths of a person's thoughts, opinions, and wildest imaginations.

45. What if everything we will do has been predetermined?

Is choice just an illusion? Is everything set in stone? Is even you reading this list something decided by destiny? Well, we're glad you're here at least.

46. What if there were fourth, fix, or even sixth dimensional beings watching and evaluating our every single action?

Smile and wave hello, just in case. They'll probably wave back, in at least one more dimension than we can comprehend.

47. What if the universe is a giant simulation?

A simulated reality may not be far-fetched as you think. Are you The One? Maybe those four-dimensional beings are responsible.

48. What if we could upload our consciousness into a machine?

Would you take the risk? Eternal consciousness is bound to get old eventually, and what if there's nobody around to flip the switch off?

49. What if Déjà vu and hypnosis were actually the tells that led to true understanding of the mind?

And our brains are still evolving to process these signals properly? What if empathy is just a hallucination created by the presence of oxygen? Oh, the innumerable mysteries of the universe...

50. What if Ghosts are real and generate their own power? Would you use a ghost powered battery in your phone? What if the phone would run forever with no charging needed?

At least you wouldn't be haunted by dead batteries anymore. And hey, ghost energy might be a clean and renewable energy resource.

51. What if the God of Abraham was real but was killed during the nuclear testing?

Or he just decided we're on our own from there. Would Jesus also have been killed during the testing? We'll let you know when we find out.

52. What if Donald Trump got elected the President of the United States?

A reality TV star as President? Surely you jest. Though it might have more credence than you think...

53. What if I have more to celebrate than I realize?

We should all be always looking for new things to celebrate -- no matter how small. Every day is a gift, and there's no gift like the present.

54. What if I smiled more?

Smiling causes happiness, so why not? If you smiled more, you might be a happier and luckier person than you realize. So the question then becomes, "Why aren't I smiling more?"

Downloadable and Printable List of What If Questions

Here is a downloadable and printable list of what if questions (right click the image and select Save Image As...):

How to Ask What If Questions

Finally, try not to overthink things too much with these. What if questions should be light -- even when the topics are heavy. Approach them in a relaxed, easy, and casual way, and through the magic of good conversation, you'll find that you're able to form meaningful connections that last.

1. Use What If Questions Sparingly

Sure, what if questions are a ton of fun, and that's exactly why you don't want to overdo them. After all, too much of anything can get old, and you don't want to become known as the guy who constantly asks "what if..." in every social situation. These questions are just one of many tools in your kit.

2. Don't Push It Too Far

Just because you're using the "what if" format doesn't mean you can ask anything. Recognize the other person's boundaries, and try not to cross them. What if questions can help you form connections fast, but you don't want to rush or force it. Keep it natural.

(Of course, this rule can be broken when you're with close friends and family members who you're super comfortable with.)

3. Put Your Own Spin On What If Questions

This last is the ultimate starting point, but you're only limited to your imagination. Feel free to put your own twists on questions -- especially if you can make them more relatable to the person you're talking to. Keep your material fresh and relevant.

Frequently Asked Questions

"What if?" questions can be very deep and personal questions to ask another person. Sometimes, you might be wondering what to do when you're posed a question like this, or what to do when you ask someone these questions. Fortunately, we've got you covered: here are answers to some frequently asked questions about "What ifs".

What games can we play with What If questions?

There are a few games you could play with "What if" questions. The simplest one would be a "What if" quiz: a quiz where you ask your friend a series of questions about What ifs and find out their answers and preferences. "What if the sky was colored red instead?" "What if you had four arms instead of two?" The goal of these games is to find out more about the other person and how they think - the fun is in learning the what and the why.

How do I keep our conversation going?

Asking a "what if" question can be a deep and meaningful experience in reflection for the person you ask. It's important to find something interesting to ask them rather than asking them some basic "what if" questions. Try to challenge their world by asking something completely out of the box. If you're successful, then the conversation could take hours - with each of you trying to respond to the questions you ask.

What relevant topics will make our conversation interesting?

In my mind, the most interesting questions to ask are usually the ones that take something entirely natural, such as the color of the sky or the color of water - and we try to ask something that goes against it. "What if the sky was purple instead?" "What if the color of water is orange?" Questions like these force us to think outside the box, creating a serious discussion on things we've taken for granted.

Is it okay to ask What If questions on a first date?

You can, but try not to get too personal with your questions. Ask simple things, like if she'd prefer a different hair color or if she'd like cookies or chocolate. Things like that can help you learn more about the person you're dating, and later on lead to deeper, more personal questions that will deepen your relationship with her.

More Great Questions To Ask

What if questions are a whole lot of fun, but don't forget to change it up once in a while. Here are some more questions to add to your repertoire:

  1. Connect with a new person with these get to know you questions.
  2. Use weird questions to ask when you want a departure from the mundane and into the strange.
  3. Keep would you rather questions on hand to use alongside what-if questions -- they complement each fantastically.

In Conclusion

Now that you have a solid list of questions to ask, go have some fun with them. Pay attention to how people react, and take mental note of the best ones.

Think about your own answers so you can contribute to the conversation. Remember: it takes two to make a discussion work. Ask questions and give answers.