Before a date
What should you do right before a date to make sure it's happening
Confirm plans by texting or calling-this can be a couple days before or the day of
Should you offer to pay?
Yes it is seen as polite
First step for ending a date?
wait for a natural end in activities and conversation
The person who asked the other on the date should offer to pay true or false
TRUE
Why is good hygiene important?
If you smell bad they might find that unattractive. It also shows respect for yourself and them if you put effort into your hygiene.
It's important your clothing matches the activity, give two examples
Casual clothes for a hike, fancy clothes for a nice restaurant, etc.
What does splitting the bill mean?
You split the bill in half and put both cards on the tab
Why shouldn't you interrupt a date to end it?
The date might find that rude or think you aren't interested
Is it a good idea to give out all your personal information right away such as your address?
no you don't know if you could trust them
Why should your make your space presentable? ex. your car and home
If you seem slobby they might lose interest. It is also a sign of respect.
What's the problem with calling someone too soon after they give you your number?
It might scare them if you are overly enthusiastic
Ways to show interest in your date give two examples
compliment them, laugh at their jokes
What is a cover story? Give one example
A cover story is an excuse to end a date if it doesn't happen naturally such as it's getting late and we have work tomorrow, etc.
Why would it be a good idea to let friends and family know who your date is and where it is happening?
to be safe in case something happens it is always a good idea ! unless you know the person well
Why is it important to try and look your best?
To show them that you care and it's a sign of respect
What's the problem with calling someone too early?
they might think you are disinterested or playing games
What should you do if your date makes a joke but it isn't funny
Give a courtesy laugh
Why should you let your date know you had a good time
it's polite and shows your interest for further dates
If online dating, where should you meet up first and why
Avoid risky topics on a first date because..
it might make your date uncomfortable
What are the five W's
Who will be there, what you plan to do, where you will meet, when will it happen, how you will make it happen
Ways to be polite and respectful list 3 examples
avoid risky topics, don't overshare, smile, laugh etc.
Why should you walk your date out
it's rude to make them find their way out and not say goodbye
Why is it a good idea to drive yourself to a first date?
to be safe-you don't know the person well yet
What is the general rule with conversation?
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