Marriage and wedding vocabulary

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What is a bachelor party?

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A party for a man who is going to get married, to which only his male friends are invited.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What is a prenuptial agreement?

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An official document signed by two people before they get married that states what will happen to their possessions if they get divorced.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What is a bachelorette party?

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A party for a woman who is going to get married, to which only her female friends are invited.

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

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What does it mean to propose or pop the question?

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To ask someone to marry you.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

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What is a honeymoon?

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A vacation or trip taken by two people who have just been married.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What is the significance of a wedding ring?

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A symbol of commitment and love exchanged during the wedding ceremony.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

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What is the role of a best man?

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The best man is typically the groom's closest friend or relative who assists him during the wedding planning and ceremony.

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What is a wedding ceremony?

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A formal event where two people are united in marriage, often including vows and the exchange of rings.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What is the purpose of wedding vows?

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Wedding vows are promises made by the couple to each other during the ceremony, expressing their commitment and intentions.

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

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What is a reception in the context of a wedding?

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A celebration held after the wedding ceremony, where guests gather to celebrate the marriage.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C