On a second date you already have something to build on: a story they started, a trip they mentioned, a friend they talked about. The questions below begin there, then move to everyday life, the people and values that matter to them and what each of you is looking for. Refer back to something you remember, offer your own answer, and go further only when it feels mutual.
Follow something from the first date
If they mentioned a hobby, a friend or a trip, ask what happened next. Share your own news too. You do not need to move into private experiences because this is date two.
Decide whether you want another date
Notice your own experience as well as their answers. A late table or a nervous pause tells you little about who someone is. You can ask directly about dating expectations when they affect your choices, and decline another date without completing this list.