WELCOME! TO THE
"CONVERSATION"
CARNIVAL
You will have a GREAT TIME! You will meet MANY PEOPLE! And have PLENTY of ENJOYABLE THINGS to TALK ABOUT as you get to know them.
You will enjoy GROUP conversations, and COUPLES conversations, plus the interesting MIDWAY MIXER which gives you EVERY opportunity to meet ALL the people you want to!
INTIMATE
CONVERSATIONS
FOR COUPLES
During the famous MIDWAY MIXER you will select a special partner and get a ticket to ANY ONE of these great One-to-one CONVERSATIONS FOR COUPLES that make MEETING PEOPLE really interesting and fun!
THE FERRIS WHEEL. This will really get you off the ground.
THE FUN HOUSE. Guaranteed to tickle your funny bone.
THE TUNNEL OF LOVE. A lovely way to get closer.
THE SHOOTING GALLERY. For those who want to test their skill.
LAB OF THE MAD SCIENTIST. A trip that is just plain crazy.
(and there are MANY, MANY more!)
THE MIDWAY!
The refreshment booths are always open. Feel free to take a refreshment break at any time.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COUPLES
In the MIDWAY MIXER, pick a partner and select a ticket for any of the COUPLES GAMES. Find a place to sit together, and ask each other EACH of the questions on the ticket. Be sure to ALTERNATE so that BOTH of you have an opportunity to answer EACH question BEFORE going on to the next one.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.The person answering the most questions wins.
2.You must take turns. Two or more people may play.
3.You may give up your turn if you can't think of an answer.
4.You may select any question to answer and you may answer the same question more than once.
5.When answering, you must tell, when, where, how you felt about it, and something you did at the time that you are pleased with.
6.You may concede the game at any time.
THE TOPICS:
"Conversation Carnival"
FERRIS WHEEL
1.Tell about a time you enjoyed moving upward or ahead.
2.Tell about a time you felt high or above it all.
3.Tell about a time you enjoyed being still, or in a private place.
4.Tell about a time you could see a great deal.
"Conversation Carnival"
THE FUN HOUSE
1.Tell about a time you did something you thought you couldn't.
2.Tell about a time you went into a strange place.
3.Tell about a time you felt amused.
4.Tell about a time something was not as bad as you expected.
"Conversation Carnival"
RING TOSS
1.Tell about a time you tried something new.
2.Tell about a time you found something difficult.
3.Tell about a time you made something happen.
4.Tell about a time you won a game or a prize.
"Conversation Carnival"
ROLLER COASTER
1.Tell about a time you enjoyed where life took you.
2.Tell about a time you enjoyed moving fast.
3.Tell about a time you enjoyed doing something daring.
4.Tell about a time you went where someone else wouldn't.
"Conversation Carnival"
ROULETTE
1.Tell about a time you hoped to win something.
2.Tell about a time you took a risk.
3.Tell about a time you could afford to play.
4.Tell about a time you left something to fate.
"Conversation Carnival"
SHOOTING GALLERY
1.Tell about a time you tried your skill at something.
2.Tell about a time you set a goal.
3.Tell about a time you acted aggressively.
4.Tell about a time you accomplished what you wanted.
"Conversation Carnival"
THE SIDE SHOW
1.Tell about a time you paid to see something special.
2.Tell about a time you enjoyed someone who was different.
3.Tell about a time you saw something really unusual.
4.Tell about a time someone had a special skill.
"Conversation Carnival"
EXPLORER'S CAVE
1.Tell about a time you discovered something exciting.
2.Tell about a time you turned in a new direction.
3.Tell about a time you took a risk.
4.Tell about a time you did something in the dark.
"Conversation Carnival"
ASTRONAUT'S
PLAYGROUND
1.Tell about a time you anticipated something exciting.
2.Tell about a time you made a great change.
3.Tell about a time you felt proud of yourself.
4.Tell about a time you enjoyed a new place.
"Conversation Carnival"
HOT DOG STAND
1.Tell about a time you had something that tasted good.
2.Tell about a time you felt full or satisfied.
3.Tell about a time you indulged yourself.
4.Tell about a time you bought something you wanted.
"Conversation Carnival"
LAB OF THE
MAD SCIENTIST
1.Tell about a time you discovered something interesting.
2.Tell about a time you planned something unusual.
3.Tell about a time you solved a problem.
4.Tell about a time something turned out better than you expected.
"Conversation Carnival"
MILLIONAIRE'S
MANSION
1.Tell about a time something felt luxurious.
2.Tell about a time you had a rich experience.
3.Tell about a time you had plenty of space.
4.Tell about a time someone did something for you.
"Conversation Carnival"
THE NIGHTCLUB
1.Tell about a time you enjoyed great entertainment.
2.Tell about a time you enjoyed something romantic.
3.Tell about a time you enjoyed a great drink.
4.Tell about a time you enjoyed something sexy.
"Conversation Carnival"
ROAD RUNNER
1.Tell about a time you enjoyed the outdoors.
2.Tell about a time you felt competitive.
3.Tell about a time you moved in a new direction.
4.Tell about a time something worked out well.
"Conversation Carnival"
REFRESHMENTS
1.Tell about a time you were enthusiastic.
2.Tell about a time you received good news.
3.Tell about a time you received something you wanted.
4.Tell about a time you saw a beautiful sight.
5.Tell about a time you fixed something.
6.Tell about a time you enjoyed a sport or the outdoors.
7.Tell about a time you felt proud of yourself.
8.Tell about a time you experienced something really great.
9.Tell about a time you admired something or someone.
10.Tell about a time you had lots of time to do what you wanted.
11.Tell about a time you produced something good.
12.Tell about a time you learned something helpful.
13.Tell about a time you did something that was important to you.
14.Tell about a time you began something new.
15.Tell about a time you enjoyed being a man/woman.
16.Tell about a time you had some good luck.
17.Tell about a time you enjoyed working.
18.Tell about a time you enjoyed a game.
19.Tell about a time you were in charge or were creative.
20.Tell about a time you enjoyed being part of a group.
Copyright Joseph Belotte 1988
You don’t have to play this game. Think about a party. Hand out the list of questions and let the guests ask each other questions off the list.
Conversation Carnival
GROUP CONVERSATIONS
THE MERRY-GO-ROUND: A light and easy conversation game with many enjoyable topics. Six players maximum.
CHALLENGE: A debater's delight! You can disagree at any moment with a blast on the "Challenge horn." Six players maximum.
THE "I" FACTORY: You needn't talk at all if you don't want to, and no one can talk about you...because the word, "you", is totally forbidden. Six players maximum.
"4" AND AGAINST: A debater's dilemma. You will argue "for" at one point and "against" at another...on the same subject! Four players maximum.
RUSSIAN ROULETTE: Puts you under the gun. You have to speak when your number comes up. Six players maximum.
SAFETY REGULATIONS
There shall be no arguing, fighting, or stepping on other people's toes. No challenging or contradicting---except in 4 & AGAINST and CHALLENGE! Also, remember, you don't have to answer anything---except in RUSSIAN ROULETTE. Risk taking is NOT necessary---unless you want to have a good time.
1.Don't argue or fight during the game. Wait until after.
2.Be inquisitive! And listen! If you don't feel in touch with what your partner is talking about, ask more about it.
3.Answer the questions any way you like. If you don't want to answer, just say, "I pass", and no further explanation is necessary.
4.Don't try to give "super" answers. We're not playing "Can you top this?" Just give the first answer that comes to mind.
© Joseph Belotte, 1979, 1991
All rights reserved
On each table there is a stand which includes the following instructions and the four topics related to the carnival event.
The Conversation Carnival was great for a Saturday night party with lots of people (as many as 40).
As many as 12 tables might each have a game stand with a carnival significance, Ferris Wheel, Fun House, etc. Guests will get a drink and/or snack and wander around. They can choose a single partner and get a ticket for a carnival ride or sit at a table with several others playing Side Show or Shooting Gallery or any of the other carnival events.
The original Welcome Brochure is shown below to give you a sense of the party-game atmosphere.
The topics for the Rides and the Couples Conversations follow.
You don’t have to play this game. Think about a party. Hand out the list of questions and let the guests ask each other questions off the list.
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