This technique also belongs to the set of feedback and evaluation methods. The aim here is to capture an initial mood in the evaluation phase, to query expectations and also to make critical comments without getting lost in emotions and details that adversely affect the process.
Many like this method especially to get feedbacks and moods in a group that meets in the meeting like this for the first time. This gives even the more timid participants a good opportunity to express themselves equally.
Suitability: Quickly query the current situation or initial thoughts and assessments without getting lost in details too quickly at the beginning of the evaluation meeting.