Will any questions cause family drama?

No — this category avoids relationship and money topics. The skip button is always there if a question lands wrong.

Best with extended family or just immediate?

Extended family is more fun because in-laws hear stories they have never heard before. Cousins comparing notes is the gold.

Can teenagers play this with parents?

Absolutely — the questions are written so the answers are funnier when the generations clash, not awkward.

Family & Home

Have you ever had a curfew you thought was unfair?

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Why people ask this

This question works because the yes-or-no split always surprises the room — someone answers in a way nobody expected, and the conversation starts from there. Families tend to circle the same five anecdotes; this question pries loose the story that was about to be retired forever. Questions like this one get played across every kind of group on have.you — couples on a first date, coworkers at team events, friends on long drives. Each setting produces a different answer, which is part of why Have You Ever has stayed in circulation long after most party games get retired.

What do players say?

80%

of players said Yes
15 responses

Based on 15 answers so far, 80% of players say yes — making this one of the most common experiences players own up to.

Discussion starters

→ Who in the group is most likely to have had a curfew you thought was unfair?
→ What's the full story — and who in the group is most surprised by your answer?
→ What family tradition do you secretly hate?
→ Which sibling got away with the most?
→ What is the worst thing you ever broke at home?

Ever had a curfew that made you want to scream, "That’s not fair!"? Exploring this question can lead to honest conversations about rules, independence, and family dynamics. Dive into these moments with Family & Home questions that reveal the stories behind the boundaries.

What This Question Really Asks

This question probes your feelings about authority, fairness, and independence. It invites insight into your personal experiences with rules and how they’ve shaped your views on trust and freedom. You'll also discover how your family’s expectations compare to others’—or how you’ve challenged them in the past.

Does the curfew feel reasonable or excessive?
How did you handle disagreements about rules?
What stories or memories do you associate with this rule?
Have you ever negotiated or challenged a curfew? Learn more about classic family questions for similar reflections.

How to Use This Question

Setting	Tone	Best for	Tip
Friends game night	Casual & humorous	Breaking the ice or sparking fun debates	Use this to lighten the mood or share funny stories about your parents' rules. Want to make it more engaging? Check out our group decider tool.
First date	Playful & honest	Getting to know each other's backgrounds and values	Share your own story first and invite your date to do the same; it helps build trust.
Team meeting	Serious & reflective	Understanding team members' perspectives or setting boundaries	Ensure the environment feels safe for sharing. Use how to play tips to facilitate meaningful discussion.
Family dinner	Warm & heartfelt	Open up about personal experiences and family history	Balance serious talk with light-hearted moments for a relaxed atmosphere.
Party	Fun & lively	Creating humorous or memorable conversations	Invite others to share their own stories, sparking laughs and bonding.

When You Say "Yes"

You believe rules should be fair and context-dependent.
You value your independence and feel constrained by unfair limitations.
You’ve challenged your parents or authority figures about rules before.
You're open about feeling frustrated with strict boundaries, honest about differing perspectives.
You’re interested in exploring deeper conversations about trust and autonomy.

When You Say "No"

Saying no might simply mean you accept and respect the rules as they are, or you’re comfortable with the boundary set by your family. Alternatively, you might feel that rules are necessary for safety or structure, even if they seem unfair.

You believe parents have the right to set boundaries for their children.
You understand the importance of rules for safety or social order.
You prefer to accept rules without questioning them.

Best Follow-Up Questions

Have you ever successfully negotiated a different curfew?
What was the most unfair rule you experienced growing up?
How do you think rules about independence should be handled in families?
Did challenging a rule ever backfire? What happened?
Would you want to set similar rules for your children someday?

Looking for more ideas? Explore our question categories to find even more conversation starters.

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Discover the funny, honest, and meaningful moments behind unfair curfew stories. Perfect for family talks or lively game nights with Family & Home questions.