September 19, 2008

How to play the Alibi Game.

Think of situations where alibis may be required. Participants choose a scenario and then make up alibis for each. Remember to keep it fun! You can either have everyone make up alibis for the same scenario and give a prize to the best alibi, or just go around and respond to each scenario.

Here are some example scenarios:

  • Yesterday, Friday, at 5:35 pm, someone robbed the Bank of the West on South First Street. The police suspect you of being the robber. What is your alibi?
  • There was a hit-and-run accident Wednesday 9:43 pm near your house. Witnesses said that the car resembled yours. What is your alibi?
  • Sunday at 12:00 noon someone shoplifted diamonds from the jewelry store at the mall. The video camera shows someone that looks a lot like you. What is your alibi?
  • Thursday morning at 7:30 am someone stole a newspaper from in front of your neighbor’s house. Your neighbor says it was you. What is your alibi?
  • A couple was walking their Chihuahua this morning at 10:25 am. They said that their dog was attacked by a pit bull being walked by someone who lives close to your house. What is your alibi?
  • Last night at 2:00 am someone set off fireworks on your street. A neighbor called the police, who knocked on your door. What is your alibi?

2 comments:

Unknown said...

That's only half the game; then other students question each member of a group individually to see if there are any inconsistencies with the stories.

ESLCC Facilitator said...

That's right - thank you for the comment.