5 Second Rule Game: 200 Fun Questions for Kids and Adults
The 5 Second Rule Game is a lively family game with quick thinking. Players must name three things in a category within 5 seconds.
Beware: Players may get tongue-tied, blurt out funny answers, and laugh a lot!
Who can play? All ages! It’s perfect for your next family night or holiday gathering!
5 Second Rule Game Rules: How To Play
1. Determine a player to go first in the Hot Seat.
2. The player to the left of the Hot Seat player reads a question aloud. All questions begin “Name 3….” followed by the category.
3. As soon as the question is read, start the 5-second timer. The player in the Hot Seat has 5 seconds to give 3 answers. If the player succeeds, they get one point.
4. If the player cannot name all 3 answers before the 5 seconds is up, no points are given and play moves to the next player on the right. That player now gets 5 seconds to answer the same question. However, they cannot use any answers previously given for that question.
5. Play continues until someone can name 3 answers in 5 seconds for that question and wins a point.
6. If play gets back to the original player without anyone getting the point, the original player gets one point.
7. Play continues around the circle with a different question. The player with the most points at the end of the game is the winner.
*If you are unsure if an answer is acceptable, the entire group may decide. You can also look up any questionable answers as needed.
5 Second Rule Game Questions List (For All Ages)
Use the different categories to ask the “Name 3” questions for all ages.
Food
1. Name 3 breakfast cereals
2. Name 3 ice cream flavors
3. Name 3 foods with cheese
4. Name 3 green vegetables
5. Name 3 pizza toppings
6. Name 3 things on a sandwich
7. Name 3 round fruits
8. Name 3 foods at a BBQ
9. Name 3 types of soup
10. Name 3 flavors of chips
11. Name 3 desserts
12. Name 3 fast-food restaurants
12. Name 3 sour candies
13. Name 3 foods on the Thanksgiving table
14. Name 3 foods at the movie theater
15. Name 3 foods that are crunchy
16. Name 3 foods found on a restaurant’s kids’ menu
17. Name 3 foods in your refrigerator right now
18. Name 3 types of salad dressing
19. Name 3 foods that are red
20. Challenge: Name 3 types of sushi rolls
Animals
21. Name 3 farm animals
22. Name 3 animal noises by making the noises
23. Name 3 animals that live in the ocean
24. Name 3 animals you find in a zoo
25. Name 3 animals that hibernate
26. Name 3 animals that lay eggs
27. Name 3 animals that can fly
28. Name 3 nocturnal animals
29. Name 3 animals with fur
30. Name 3 animals that are pets
31. Name 3 flying insects
32. Name 3 animal homes
33. Name 3 types of cats
34. Name 3 dog breeds
35. Name 3 animals that have scales
36. Name 3 animals that are herbivores (eat only plants)
37. Name 3 animals that are carnivores (eat only meat)
38. Name 3 animals humans are scared of
39. Name 3 animals with long tails
40. Challenge: Name 3 animals that are endangered
Related: Funny Animal Riddles and Animal Trivia Questions
Sports and Games
41. Name 3 sports played outside
42. Name 3 Winter Olympic sports
43. Name 3 Summer Olympic sports
44. Name three sports played with a ball
45. Name 3 team sports
46. Name 3 water sports
47. Name 3 sports that use a racket
48. Name 3 sports that involve running
49. Name 3 sports that require a helmet
50. Name 3 indoor sports
51. Name 3 sports played with a stick or a bat
52. Name 3 sports with a net
53. Name 3 card games
54. Name 3 video games
55. Name 3 board games
56. Name 3 games played at recess
57. Name 3 sports that involve throwing a ball
58. Name 3 things you may do at the park
59. Name 3 things to do in the backyard
60. Challenge: Name 3 games that require a deck of cards
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Movies & Music
61. Name 3 musical instruments
61. Name 3 musical instruments with strings
62. Name 3 Marvel movies
63. Name 3 Star Wars characters
64. Name 3 Disney animated movies
65. Name 3 Christmas movies
66. Name 3 Disney princesses
67. Name 3 Disney villains
68. Name 3 songs from movies
69. Name 3 movies that are books
70. Name 3 music artists
71. Name 3 characters from the Frozen movies
72. Name 3 Halloween movies
73. Name 3 animals from The Lion King
74. Name 3 characters from Toy Story
75. Name 3 instruments in a marching band
76. Name 3 characters from The Little Mermaid
77. Name 3 characters from Paw Patrol
78. Name 3 percussion instruments
79. Name 3 songs by Taylor Swift
80. Challenge: Name 3 rock bands
Play Fun Kids Movie Trivia and Best Music Trivia too.
School
81. Name 3 school subjects
82. Name 3 items in a school backpack
83. Name 3 school supplies
84. Name 3 types of math problems
85. Name 3 teachers at school
86. Name 3 school clubs
87. Name 3 things you find in a classroom
88. Name 3 school rules
89. Name 3 things you find in a library
90. Name 3 things in a cafeteria
91. Name 3 school lunches
92. Name 3 books you have read
93. Name 3 things you can write with
94. Name 3 school holidays
95. Name 3 school friends
96. Name 3 things you like about school
97. Name 3 reasons to miss school
98. Name 3 things you can do with a piece of paper
99. Name 3 ways to get to school
100. Challenge: Name 3 school traditions
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Funny & Random 5 Second Game Ideas
101. Name 3 things you eat with a spoon
102. Name 3 things that start with ‘m’
103. Name 3 things that rhyme with the word run
104. Name 3 things that make you happy
105. Name 3 things you do to help around the house
106. Name 3 colors in the rainbow
107. Name 3 things that make you laugh
108. Name 3 shapes with straight sides
109. Name 3 types of weather
110. Name 3 types of dinosaurs
111. Name 3 things you find in the bathroom
112. Name 3 things you do at home
113. Name 3 types of vehicles
114. Name 3 organs in the human body
115. Name 3 things you wear
116. Name 3 things you wash
117. Name 3 things in your bedroom
118. Name 3 things you need to cook dinner
119. Name 3 things that can be juggled
120. Name 3 things that are gross
121. Name 3 scary things
122. Name 3 items you wished you owned
123. Name 3 things you can do to stay healthy
124. Name 3 things you can do when you are bored
125. Name 3 of your favorite things
126. Name 3 chores you dislike
127. Name 3 things you might find under or behind the couch cushions
128. Name 3 things to wear on your feet
129. Name 3 things you do before bedtime
130. Name 3 ways to show kindness
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People
131. Name 3 Presidents of the U.S.
132. Name 3 superheroes
133. Name 3 people that live in your neighborhood
134. Name 3 cartoon characters
135. Name 3 famous artists
136. Name 3 historical figures
137. Name 3 famous athletes
138. Name 3 people in your extended family
139. Name 3 characters from a movie
140. Name 3 adults that are not in your family
141. Challenge: Name 3 famous inventors
Places
142. Name 3 countries
143. Name 3 planets in the solar system
144. Name 3 places you may go for a birthday party
145. Name 3 things you need on a camping trip
146. Name 3 things you may find at the beach
147. Name 3 states in the U.S.
148. Name 3 places you have traveled
149. Name 3 restaurants you like
150. Name 3 of your favorite places to go
151. Name 3 famous landmarks
152. Name 3 places you want to visit
153. Name 3 places you find in a school
154. Name 3 rooms in a house
155. Name 3 stores
156. Name 3 places you go for fun in your city
Related: USA Trivia Quiz & Road Trip Trivia
Seasonal & Holidays
157. Name 3 things to do in the summer
158. Name 3 things to do in the winter
159. Name 3 Christmas songs
160. Name 3 Christmas decorations
161. Name 3 Halloween costumes
162. Name 3 types of Halloween candy
163. Name 3 Valentine’s Day gifts
164. Name 3 things you may find in a stocking
165. Name 3 gifts you have received for Christmas
166. Name 3 things you do on your birthday
167. Name 3 things you do in the snow
168. Name 3 things you do on Halloween
169. Name 3 things you do in the fall
170. Name 3 things that are green on St. Patrick’s Day
171. Name 3 things that may be red, white, and blue on the 4th of July
172. Name 3 things you do on Easter
173. Name 3 things you may find in an Easter egg
174. Name 3 of your favorite holidays
175. Name 3 things you do on Thanksgiving
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5 Second Rule Game Questions for Adults
These “Name 3” questions are still family-friendly, but a little more challenging to name in 5 seconds.
176. Name 3 Oscar-winning actors
177. Name 3 Grammy-winning artists
178. Name 3 Beatles songs
179. Name 3 movie sequels
180. Name 3 NFL teams
181. Name 3 NBA teams
182. Name 3 famous people with the first name of Michael
183. Name 3 authors
184. Name 3 types of flowers
185. Name 3 types of coffee
186. Name 3 European cities
187. Name 3 styles of dance
188. Name 3 classic cocktails
189. Name 3 famous art museums
190. Name 3 90s bands (See 90s Trivia)
191. Name 3 luxury cars (See Car Trivia)
192. Name 3 ways to stay fit
193. Name 3 pet peeves
194. Name 3 bad habits you have
195. Name 3 actors named Kevin
196. Name 3 elements from the periodic table
197. Name 3 Greek Gods
198. Name 3 names with only 3 letters in them
199. Name 3 islands you would visit
200. Name 3 things you want to do on the weekend
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5 Second Rule Game Variations
The 5 Second Rule Game can be changed to add complexity or make simpler. Rules can cater to the group.
- Team Play: Instead of individual play, this game can be played in two-person teams
- Themed Rounds: Choose a specific theme based on the group’s interests.
- Add Items: Players have to name 4 or 5 things instead of 3.
- Give Passes: Let a player opt to pass one time per game. That question can be thrown out and a new question is asked.
- Adjust Speed: Decrease the time limit to 3 seconds for a faster-paced game OR increase the time to 10 seconds to help young kids.
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What’s Next?
If you enjoyed the 5 Second Rule Game, play this Fun Family Feud Game next! It’s a great idea for family night!