Since you only have 3- 5 minutes between you and your date,  you want to quickly ask questions that reveal whether there is chemistry.  On the same token, since you only have 3-5 minutes…  and with a complete stranger, you may want to keep it light, simple and fun.  If there is initial attraction between the both of you, the heavier questions are bound to come later.  Here are some suggested ice breakers; they can range from “just for laughs” to down right “eye opening”.

1. What do you do for work?
   It is an introductory question. It may reveal the professional status of a person but little about his personality. So move on to another question.
2. Where are you from?
   This reveals background. It throws better light on the person.
3. What is the one thing about yourself that you would like me to know?
   More insight into personality.
4. What kind of man/ woman would you be happy with in a relationship?
   You can both instantly compare whether you match in this area.
5. Do you want to get married?
   Sure this reveals if both are headed in the same direction, but on the other hand it can seem a bit “freaky” to your date.
6. What do you look for in a husband/wife?
   Don’t expect a completely honest answer.
7. Do you want/do you have any children?
   Assuming the other person even knows, it reveals if you are looking for a long-term relationship and your partner is not.
8. What do you do for fun?
   This will throw light on whether your leisure activities match. Are you an introvert and she a social butterfly?
9. What are you most proud about?
   This reveals the basic values of the person, whether he/she values money or adventure/intellectual pursuits.
10. Is religion important to you?
    24×7 living together means understanding on certain basic issues like religious beliefs.
11. Do you believe in love at first sight?
    Mind you its Love and not Lust.  You can decide whether he/she is a romantic person.
12. What is your most treasured possession and why?
    What a person is sentimental about reveals a great deal about his/her personality. Is it his XBOX or a present from his sister?
13. What is your favorite season of the year and why?
    Does he/she like to sweat it out in summer activities or cuddle up under a warm blanket in the winter?
14. Which is your favorite book/movie?
    Both of you can discuss why you like a book or a movie – adds further insight into personality.
15. Which is the last book you read?
    Does this person even read? A real conversation starter or.. NOT.
16. Which is the one job in the world that you would love to do?
    Throws light on likes and dislikes.
17. Which is your favorite music and your favorite singer/band?
    Do you have similar tastes in music?
18. Do you like animals/keep pets?
    Are you going to clash on this issue – one a cat hater, the other a dog lover?
19. How do you spend your spare time?
    This is important, as it will really help if both love to do the same things in spare time.
20. Where do you see yourself in five years time?
    Watch out if he has no definite goals for the future and is in a rut. A positive mark for her if she has her life and career planned out positively.  But really, do you know whats happening next month let alone 5 years?
21. If you were an animal in the wild, what would you be?
    Silly, amusing question to get laughs or the rolling eyes.
22. Do you believe a cup is half empty or half full?
    Are you an optimist or a pessimist?
23. If you could travel back through time, what single mistake would you correct in life.
    What are the deepest regrets of a person?
24. You have got six months to live, what will you do first?
    Insight into personality.
25. Is sexual compatibility important to you?
    Lets hope so..
26. Who was your hero, as a child?
    Insight into personality.
27. If you won a lottery, how would you spend your millions?
    Amusing question just for laughs.
28. What makes you laugh/cry?
    Really important and throws light on personality.
29. If you have friends coming over, what would you cook?
30. Describe your perfect holiday.
    Does she think shopping in Tokyo, and he think water sports in Bali?
31. Which T.V. program would you never miss?
    Do your tastes match?
32. Are you a morning or a night person?
    Will you ever spend common time together?
33. Would you rather explore Ankorwat or trek to Tibet?
    Will you ever agree on holidays?
34. What adjective would a close friend use to describe you?
    Friends..  hmm.. what friends?  Friendly or idiotic.
35. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
36. Who is you favorite actor/actress/celebrity and why?
37. Who is your favorite sportsperson?
38. What is your favorite sporting activity?
39. Which is your favorite genre of movies – comedy/thriller/action?