Two truths and a lie

Four sets of statements where the team votes for the lie, then a leaderboard. Swap in your own team's statements before you present.

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  • 4questions
  • 5minutes
  • Phonesplayers join with a code
  • Zoom, Teamsor in the room

When to use this template

Scenarios where teams use it, and why it fits.

A team that knows each other well

Colleagues write two truths and a lie about themselves, and the team votes. It rewards people who pay attention.

A team-building afternoon

Four sets of statements and a leaderboard make a five-minute game with real competition.

A hybrid get-together

Players vote on their own device, so remote and in-room colleagues play on equal terms.

What is on the slides

The template comes with sample names and answers. Swap them for your own team before you present.

Question 1 · Pick answer · you add your team

EXAMPLE, replace with your own: Teammate 1, which statement is the lie?

Sample answers in the template: I can juggle five balls., I once spoke to a famous astronaut., I have run a half marathon.. Replace them with your own team.

Question 2 · Pick answer · you add your team

EXAMPLE, replace with your own: Teammate 2, which statement is the lie?

Sample answers in the template: I learned to play the cello as a child., I have never eaten a mango., I have visited more than ten countries.. Replace them with your own team.

Question 3 · Pick answer · you add your team

EXAMPLE, replace with your own: Teammate 3, which statement is the lie?

Sample answers in the template: I have climbed the tallest mountain in my country., I once won a local baking contest., I have a collection of over 100 postcards.. Replace them with your own team.

Question 4 · Pick answer · you add your team

EXAMPLE, replace with your own: Teammate 4, which statement is the lie?

Sample answers in the template: I have never been on an aeroplane., I can solve a Rubik's cube in under two minutes., I speak three languages.. Replace them with your own team.

How to host

  1. Copy it

    Press View and claim to open the slides, then make your own copy.

  2. Customise it

    Add your team's names, a prize and any questions of your own.

  3. Present it

    Start it on your big screen or share your screen.

  4. Share the join code

    Players join on their phones and play live.

Questions people ask

How long does it take?

About 5 minutes for all 4 questions, going by the timers on the slides.

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.

Do I need to prepare anything?

Yes. The names and answers in this template are samples. Replace them with your own team's before you present.

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