Dating Terminology
What is a bot on a dating app?
a bot stands for robot. This is not a person but a computer pretending to be a person.
True or False? Do not look up your date on social media this is inappropriate.
False. It is important to do your research.
What does consent mean?
Permission for something to happen or to do something.
True or False? Arranged marriages are very common in Canada.
False. These are not typical in Canadian culture.
True or False? It is helpful to use lots of photos with cute filters and edits on your dating profile.
False. People are interested in seeing the REAL you - filters and heavily edited photos distract from that.
What does FWB stand for?
Friends With Benefits
If your date offers to pick you up from your house for the first date what do you say?
No thank you - I would prefer to meet there.
Ture or False? If someone asks to hold your hand then they automatically should be able to kiss you also?
False. They should ask every single time for every act of affection.
What is a good activity for a first date?
video chat, getting food, going for a walk, going bowling etc.
True or False? It is important to include your phone number in your dating profile.
False. You should NOT include this in your profile.
What does ghosting mean?
Someone will stop responding to your messages with no explanation.
Which would be the best location for a first date:
a) Your dates house
b) A secluded walk by the river
c) Starbucks coffee shop
c) Starbucks coffee shop - this is a safe location where there are other people present.
If someone is pressuring you to go on a date with them and you do not want to, what should you do?
Do not go! It is your choice. Delete or report them if you are feeling uncomfortable.
True or False?
The male always pay for the first date.
False. It is good to be prepared to pay for yourself, although sometimes your date may offer to pay.
What is the name of the yellow colored dating app?
Bumble
What does it mean when someone is looking for something "Casual"
They are not looking for a serious relationship
What should you tell someone before you leave for a date?
1.Where you are going 2. How long you will gone 3. The name of your date 4. How they can get ahold of you if they need you.
If someone is being inappropriate or rude on a dating app what can you do?
You can delete, un-match and report them.
Name two improper things that you should NOT do on a first date.
1. Be on your phone 2. Have them meet your family 3. only talk about yourself 4. Share very personal life details. 5. show up late
If you like someone which direction should you swipe on their profile?
Right
What is it called when someone is open to dating multiple people at the same time?
Non-monogamous
Name two things that you should NOT include in your dating profile.
1. your phone number. 2. your address 3. The name or location of your workplace 4. Private photos
Explain what "reversible" means when it comes to consent.
You can change your mind at any time even if you have already said yes before.
What is the number one rule when going on a date?
Be yourself!
Name 3 things that you should include in your dating bio or profile?
1. hobbies 2. Interests 3. Beliefs 4. Where you are from 5. What you are looking for