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No matter the tone of the event you’re planning – reserved and dignified or wild and crazy – it is probable that not all the invitees will know each other well, if at all.  One of the best ways to break the ice and have fun is by playing trivia games based on the bride and/or groom, since the couple is probably the one thing all your guests will have in common and will be interested in.Keep reading to find out everything you need to know to organize your trivia games, from structure to questions – even prizes.

What Do You Know About the Bride/Couple

Write a quiz – either multiple choice or short answer – to hand out to guests as they walk in the door.These questions can be only about the bride (What sport did Anne play?  What is Anne’s favorite movie?  How old was Anne when she got her first kiss?), or about your friend and her fiancée (Who introduced Anne to James?Did Anne and James kiss good-bye on their first date? ).One way to find the winner is by simply collecting the quizzes after everyone has finished, or (which is likely to be more fun), give everyone someone else’s quiz to “grade” and see who won.
How Well Do You Know Your Fiancée

You can also meet with the groom a few days before the party and have him answer questions that you think the bride might be able to answer, too.  During the party, have the bride sit in a chair in the middle of the room and ask her the same questions, announcing to everyone the answers that her fiancée provided.  This can result in some flattering surprises for the bride, and if a question is particularly interesting or controversial, gives her the chance to tell anecdotes.What is James’s biggest pet peeve?What did James first notice about you?

What Should the Questions Be About

Make sure you don’t lose sight of your guests and the type of gathering you’re planning.Bachelorette parties are usually more provocative than bridal showers.The relationship of the guests to the bride should be the deciding factor when you consider more risqué questions.To avoid subjecting your friend to unnecessary discomfort, only ask questions you would feel comfortable having your own mother-in-law know the answer to.The idea is to create an environment where everyone feels interested in the topics, but not uncomfortable with the amount of disclosure. Some other cool things for you shower might include free baby shower ideas, baby shower hostess gifts or baby shower invitations.

Think of some Good Prizes!

When you select prizes, make sure to think about the type of event you are having, and the tastes of your guests.All of the following options are quite inexpensive.If your event is not of the “naughty” variety, you can still choose prizes which are a tiny bit sexy, such as fragrant bubble bath or an assortment of chocolates.If your party is more on the wild side, you can get as explicit as you feel your guests will enjoy – scented condoms or flavored lubricant might be an option.
Playing trivia games is a guaranteed way to ensure that both the bride and her guests will have as much fun as possible – without you having to break the bank.