To ask, or not to ask? That is the question...

So I'm in Matric this year, some people know it as senior year, sixth form, 12th grade, year 12 etc. Along with the mountains of work, this year has the matric-dance, also known as prom or formal. This is the chance for boys to ask girls to the event and make them feel special. But here in South Africa, there's something in the air that prevents the asking from happening for some.

I don't want a commitment or babies or anything! Just someone with me for the pictures and to verify that I'm not a wallflower. I'm seriously considering asking one of my friends, I hinted at it, but the boy is oblivious! It would be cool if I didn't have to ask. But I would rather ask and have a date, than not ask and go alone. Foreveralone.

I just want to know if it's socially acceptable to ask a guy to Matric-dance/prom? We don't have things like the Sadie Hawkins dance to test the theory. If it is okay, how should I ask? Without making it weird?

Guys, ask her out already! 

This one is for all the girls who haven't been asked, and motivation to the guys to ask!!