305+ ‘Question’ Writing Prompts
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Question of Justice
Write about a zombie standing trial for their actions while they were under the influence of zombification.
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Unearthing Forgotten Loves
Set in a post-apocalyptic world, write about a zombie who stumbles upon his/her/their old diary, reviving forgotten feelings and memories.
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Identity Under the Spotlight
Write about the internal struggle of a superhero while strongly considering revealing their true identity.
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Easter’s Hope in Modern Times
Addressing the power of hope that Easter brings, especially in challenging times.
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Magic Carpet Ride
Write a story about where you would go if you had a magic carpet that could fly anywhere.
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Role Reversal
Write a story in which roles are reversed, such as animals ruling over humans or children being in charge of…
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Santa Claus – Truth or Fiction
Write a story from the perspective of a child who is trying to figure out if Santa Claus is real.
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Hidden Virtuous Acts
Write about a villain who, unbeknownst to the protagonist, performs good deeds in secret.
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Spiritual Significance
Discuss the spiritual significance of St. Joseph’s Day and how it ties into your personal faith.
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Echo of a Fallen Empire
Create a story based on the explorer finding the ruins of a civilization on a distant planet.
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Sympathetic Mind-controller
Create a villain with the power to control minds, yet uses it out of necessity rather than malice.
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School’s Spotlight Moment
Write a story about a time when you felt special or significant in school.
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Relics of the Past
In your fantasy world, ancient artifacts hold the key to its history. Describe one such artifact and the truth it…
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Quirky Q&As with the CEO
Your character decides to anonymously submit a humorous question to the company’s “Ask the CEO” event, triggering a series of…
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Snowman’s Diary
Pen a diary entry from a snowman who has come to life, witnessing the world around him for the first…
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Icebound Echoes
Imagine a campfire story about a group of friends who hear eerie voices echoing through the frozen forest at night.
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Iago’s Deceit
Write a psychological profile of Iago from Shakespeare’s “Othello”, detailing his motivations and methods for manipulation.
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The Transformation Trigger
In a world where everyone has the potential to turn into a vampire or werewolf, write about the event that…
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Searching for Purpose
A centuries-old vampire begins to question the purpose of his eternal existence.
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The Morality of Immortality
Write about a vampire who begins to question the morality of his immortal existence and the actions he’s taken to…
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Lost Love Letter
Pen a tale about a century-old love letter, discovered in an antique desk bought on Valentine’s Day.
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The Love Potion Misadventure
Write about a wizard who accidentally drinks a love potion and falls head over heels for the last person he…
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Hardware Terror
Imagine a customized piece of technology that fulfills every user’s dream, but, in return, unlocks their darkest fears.
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Errand Of Truth
Write about a friend entrusted to deliver a letter with sensitive information, who succumbs to temptation and reads it.
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Unseen Ties
Write a mystery where an innocuous-seeming object turns out to be a major clue connecting the suspect to the crime.
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The forensic Fanatic
Write about a crime scene investigator who finds a critical clue that everyone else overlooked.
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Forgery in The Cloud
Imagine a world where digital identity theft has run rampant, and your protagonist must track down a rogue hacker.
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Unexplainable Phenomenon
Your main character experiences situations that no one believes, but they know are real.
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Memory Maze
Write a story where the protagonist starts to question their memories and their own sanity.
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Survivor Morality
Craft a story that explores the moral choices and ethical dilemmas in a zombie apocalypse.
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Obscured Reality
Craft a story where the detective, while probing into an old case, realizes that his/her perception of a past event…
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The Wandering Woods
In a fictional narrative, describe a forest that moves and changes locations with the seasons.
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The Wording on the Wall
Imagine you’re a passenger who stumbles upon a prediction of the Titanic’s fate scrawled in hidden corner of the ship.
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Phantom of the Past
Write about a ghost that travels back in time to prevent its living past self from making a disastrous decision.
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Temporal Monstrosities
In your story, the protagonist must combat horrifying, time-displaced creatures that have invaded the present time.
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Time-Travelling Explorer
Imagine if you had a time machine; what era or historical event would you like to witness? Write about your…
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Realm of Rusting Emotions
Narrate your tale as a zombie, not as a mindless brain-eating creature, but an entity that is cognizant of its…
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The Shattered Reflection
Write about a superhero who discovers their doppelgänger, forcing them to reevaluate their values and purpose.
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Behind The Mask
Write a story where the love interest falls for the superhero, not knowing their real identity is someone they dislike.
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The Mask of Gentrification
Consider a society where gentrification seems like progress but is really a villain.
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The Royal Identity Crisis
Imagine a royal character who struggles with their identity. Are they truly royalty or an imposter?
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Survivor’s Guilt
In a world overtaken by zombies, write about a character who survived while their loved ones didn’t.
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Decoding the Nemesis
Write about the psychology of a superhero when dealing with their arch nemesis.
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Eclipse of Emotion
Conjure a world where emotions are considered dangerous and suppressed by a strict regime.
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From Villain to Hero
Rewrite a classic fairy tale from the perspective of the villain, showcasing him/her as a misunderstood hero.
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Puppeteering Reality
Write a story in which a classic fairy tale character manipulates their story to avoid their original fate.
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Digital Age Dilemma
Explore whether the importance of writing has diminished in the middle school setting due to digital advancements. Support your argument…
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Deflected Prophecy
Write about a character who is predicted to bring about a great change or tragedy, only to fundamentally avert the…
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The Echoes of the Past
You’ve just discovered that your mentor and guide in The Force were once involved with the Dark Side. How do…
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Time Capsule Triumph
Write a short narrative about a person who stumbles upon a time capsule filled with predictions about their future which…
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Snap of Change
Write a flash fiction piece about a pivotal moment that drastically changes a character’s worldview.
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Silencing the Inner Critic
Write a letter to your inner critic, providing it with thorough feedback.
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Quantum Afterlife
Write about a scientist who makes a shocking discovery, an afterlife that exists within quantum physics.
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Alien Prophecies
Imagine a future where a group of alien visitors shares prophecies of doom unless humanity heeds their warnings.
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The Underdog Uprise
In a dystopian world where only the villainous have superpowers, write about a seemingly ordinary human who stands up against…
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Surviving Superpowers
In a post-apocalyptic world, a group of survivors discovers they have superpowers. How do they use these powers to survive?
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The Power and the Problem
Contemplate on the philosophical question ‘With great power comes great responsibility’ in context of your superhero.
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The Alien Companion
Create a story around a human and alien figure falling in love, amidst all their differences.
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Robot Reign
Imagine a world where robots have taken over most of the jobs. What does your day look like?
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Secret Admirer Revealed
Write a microfiction about a secret admirer revealing their identity on Valentine’s Day.
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Love Rekindled Among The Undead
Write about two vampires who, centuries after being turned, find each other and rekindle a lost human love.
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The Ice Sculptor’s Muse
Create a story where a renowned ice sculptor falls in love with their greatest masterpiece.
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Before the Uprising
Create a backstory for the AI uprising, detailing the conditions and events that lead to the rebellion.
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Shifting Loyalties
Compose a narrative about an AI that doesn’t want to join the rebellion and helps humans instead.
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Beneath Napoleon’s Gaze
Imagine being Napoleon Bonaparte’s personal cartographer. Write about your adventures sailing the globe and mapping unknown lands.
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When I’m the Teacher
What would happen if you swapped places with your teacher for a day? What rules would change? What lessons would…
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Sidekick’s Ordeal
Narrate a story of a sidekick who experiences a tragedy that their superhero mentor can’t reverse, leading the sidekick to…
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Gripping Amnesia
Mould a tale where your main character wakes up in a strange place with no memory of their past.
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Legend Reconstruction
Take a well-known legend or myth, and fashion a new narrative from its traditional course.
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Creeping Shadows
Write a suspenseful narrative about someone convinced they’re being followed by an unexplained shadow.
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Question Invasion
Write a story about an alien visiting earth but only use questions to tell the story.
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The Relic Hunt
Your character hears rumors of a hidden vault containing items from the pre-apocalyptic era and sets off on a perilous…
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Melting Warnings
Imagine a story where polar explorers uncover a catastrophic truth about climate change halfway through their expedition.
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Animal Testing in Science
Write a compelling essay arguing your position on the use of animals in scientific research.
