A1 Level – Elementary
1. Do you have a best friend?
2. What makes a person nice?
3. Do you like meeting new people?
4. What is a good first date idea?
5. What gift do you give a partner?
6. Do you like online dating apps?
7. What makes you laugh on a date?
8. What is the most important thing in a relationship?
9. Do you like watching romantic movies?
10. What is a common way to say “I like you”?
11. Do you prefer talking or listening?
12. What is your favorite restaurant for a date?
13. What makes a good first impression?
14. Do you like holding hands?
15. What color symbolizes love?
A2 Level – Pre-Intermediate
1. What are the key differences between friendship and a romantic relationship?
2. Describe what makes a person physically attractive to you.
3. What are the pros and cons of meeting someone through an app versus in person?
4. What are the common cultural rules for who should pay on a first date?
5. Have you ever been on a blind date, and how did it go?
6. What kind of conversation topics should you avoid on a first date?
7. What is the role of humor in a new relationship?
8. What is the difference between infatuation and long-term love?
9. How has the internet changed the way people look for a partner?
10. What is a common mistake people make when they are first dating someone?
11. What are the safety precautions people should take when meeting a stranger online?
12. Do you think it is necessary to share hobbies and interests with a partner?
13. What are the main challenges of dating someone from a very different cultural background?
14. What are the typical stages of a relationship, from first date to long-term commitment?
15. What are the best ways to end a relationship politely?
B1 Level – Intermediate
1. Discuss the social pressure that people feel to find a partner by a certain age.
2. How has the ability to easily “ghost” (disappear from) a relationship changed dating etiquette?
3. What are the ethical issues surrounding honesty and exaggeration on dating profiles?
4. Do you think people who meet online have stronger or weaker relationships than those who meet in person?
5. Describe a time when a cultural difference made a dating situation complicated or funny.
6. To what extent should social media play a role in monitoring or defining a relationship?
7. What role do friends and family play in approving or advising on a new partner?
8. How does the economy (e.g., cost of housing) affect when and why people choose to get married?
9. Discuss the psychological challenge of opening up and showing vulnerability to a new person.
10. What are the challenges of maintaining a long-distance relationship?
11. How do different cultures define fidelity and commitment in a romantic partnership?
12. Should people be encouraged to be completely open about their past relationships with a new partner?
13. What is the difference between a healthy argument and a toxic relationship dynamic?
14. Discuss the concept of “love bombing”—intense flattery—and why it can be manipulative.
15. What is the history of dating—how did people meet and pair up 100 years ago?
B2 Level – Upper-Intermediate
1. How does the constant availability of dating apps affect a person’s willingness to commit to one partner?
2. What is the ethical argument about algorithms matching people based on personality or background data?
3. Should dating apps be legally responsible for the safety and behavior of their users in real life?
4. What are the psychological reasons why some people prefer short, intense relationships over long-term stability?
5. How has the concept of gender roles (e.g., who makes the first move) changed in modern dating?
6. Discuss the idea that financial stability and career success are prioritized over emotional connection in modern partner choice.
7. What is the role of non-verbal communication and physical chemistry in the initial stages of dating?
8. How do our early childhood experiences and family models influence our expectations for a partner?
9. What are the challenges of setting and maintaining healthy boundaries in a new relationship?
10. Discuss the concept of “emotional labor”—the effort required to maintain a relationship—and who usually does it.
11. What is the difference between being emotionally supportive and becoming overly dependent on a partner?
12. Should couples be encouraged to try cohabitation (living together) before deciding to get married?
13. What is the impact of divorce rates and relationship instability on younger people’s views of dating?
14. How does the media’s portrayal of “perfect love” create unrealistic expectations for real-world dating?
15. Discuss the idea that choosing a partner is one of the most important decisions a person can make.
C1 Level – Advanced
1. Analyze the socioeconomic factors that influence who has the time and resources to participate successfully in the dating market.
2. To what degree should the state recognize non-traditional partnership structures (e.g., polyamory) with legal rights?
3. Discuss the philosophical concept of “the search for the self” as it relates to finding a compatible partner.
4. Evaluate the ethical questions around using sophisticated psychological screening tools for dating and matching services.
5. How does the anonymity and distance of online dating affect the quality of initial communication and connection?
6. Examine the legal challenges surrounding property division and shared assets for couples who choose not to marry.
7. What ethical guidelines should govern the collection and use of user data by dating platforms?
8. Discuss the concept of “attachment theory” and how early life bonds influence adult relationship patterns.
9. How do different national policies on marriage, divorce, and family reflect varying societal values?
10. Analyze the interplay between evolutionary psychology and modern dating behaviors (e.g., displaying wealth).
11. What are the ethical challenges when AI “chatbots” or simulated partners are used to replace human interaction?
12. Debate whether the sheer volume of choices on dating apps is making people less satisfied with their final partner choice.
13. How does the concept of “sexual market value” (a term from sociology) influence dating behavior and partner selection?
14. Discuss the concept of “compersion”—finding joy in a partner’s joy with someone else—in non-monogamous relationships.
15. To what extent does the pursuit of a “soulmate” or “the one” create unnecessary pressure in relationships?
C2 Level – Proficiency
1. How do you analyze the idea that the dating market is fundamentally a reflection of broader social and economic inequalities?
2. Formulate a critique of the global media’s tendency to idealize and oversimplify romantic love in popular culture.
3. Analyze the intersection of political discourse, public health, and government policies regarding sexual and relationship education.
4. Discuss the philosophical distinction between “love” (an emotional state) and “marriage” (a legal and social institution).
5. Critically evaluate the concept of “relationship equity” and how it is achieved across gender, race, and economic lines.
6. Propose a new social framework for forming stable partnerships that de-emphasizes economic transaction and hyper-sexualization.
7. Examine the psychological function of ritual commitment (like wedding vows) in stabilizing long-term human bonds.
8. How does the semiotics of online profile imagery communicate social class, availability, and desired partner traits?
9. Discuss the ethical responsibilities of therapists and counselors concerning confidentiality in complex relationship arrangements.
10. Analyze the historical relationship between cycles of economic prosperity and the cultural value placed on romantic partnership.
11. Articulate the inherent tension between the personal desire for freedom and the societal expectation of monogamous commitment.
12. Debate whether new neurological research will eventually allow people to scientifically predict long-term relationship success.
13. Assess the long-term societal effects of widespread reliance on digital technology to mediate all forms of romantic initiation.
14. Discuss the philosophical definition of ‘intimacy’ and how it is sustained or eroded over the course of a long partnership.
15. How might the principles of healthy relationship dynamics be used to model processes of international diplomatic negotiation?
