How to Play Lemons

Last Updated: December 16, 2022

The game Lemons is a very fun game and can be used if you need a little cheering up, or if you're just bored and want something to do with your friends. Read on for this easy and fun game!

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Label four categories on the paper. The categories are: Boys, Girls, Action, and Body Part. These are the base categories.
- You can always add more categories, such as Place or What They Were Wearing.
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Make a list, based on the category. Under each category, list what the name states.
- For boys, name five boys that you know. It doesn't have to be five, it can be 100 if you really want.
  
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- For girls, name five girls you know.
  
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In the action section, be creative and think of funny actions.
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This also can be really funny.
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Number each item in the subcategory. These are to be numbered from one to five in any order, like so:
- If you have 100 subcategories, number from one to 100.
  
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Do this as if you are doing homework problems.
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Write the corresponding name and action with the number they have.
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Play with your friends, it's funnier to laugh with someone. And it's a great way to pass time anywhere, on a bus, class, or waiting for something.

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