Types of Questions
Asking someone for their birth certificate
No
You hear about a new app to meet friends, but you are not sure if it is safe. What do you do?
Always check in with your parents first. There are ways to know if the app is safe. This is the same for any platform you use to talk to online friends.
You are feeling pressured by your online friend to send a picture.
You never have to do something you don't want too.
You are always busy
I am sorry but I do have a lot going on in my life
Do you have social media?
This can be a better way to know if someone is real or catfishing.
Should you google their name?
You can. There is a lot of information on the internet
Your online friend is making you feel uncomfortable.
Trust your instinct
I really need money for gas!
I'm sorry but I don't think I should send you money
Where were you born? tell me about your childhood.
Your parents are asking about your online friends. What do you do?
Always be honest with your parents.
Your online friend really needs you but you are at school. Should you feel bad?
No. It's okay to be there for your friend, but if it's a true emergency, they should get help from someone who is in their city.
Send me a special picture
I don't feel comfortable
Tell me about the new exhibit in your town.
Yes! People tend to be familiar with places and events around them
Your online friend asks you for money. What do you do?
Never send anyone money you don't personally know
Your online friend is making you feel guilty for telling other people about them. Is this right?
No
I really trust you. I want to be in a relationship with you.
Take things slow.
My parents said it's okay to talk on the phone. Can we talk?
Listening to someone's voice can help identify them.
You have been talking to your online friend for 4 days now. They want to send you a gift. What do you do?
Never give out personal information
Your friend is really angry and said they might do something bad. Should you also be angry?
This is not safe.
I am not important to you
I'm sorry you feel like this.