GEI-2 UNIT4 EXP

Thanks for explaining the meaning of the veil. __________.

Is there a reason the bride throws the bouquet? __________

Wow, I've never seen a dove release at a wedding before. __________ ?

The exchanging of rings symbolizes a lifelong commitment. __________.

In some cultures, the bride wears a red dress to symbolize good luck. __________ our tradition involves a white wedding dress.

How can you ask for an explanation about a specific wedding tradition?

• Thanks for explaining that.

• What's the story behind the throwing of the bouquet?

• It symbolizes good luck for the couple.

• Wow, that's interesting!

What is a way to share a wedding tradition from your own culture?

• The tradition seems to have evolved over time.

• In my family, we have a tradition of throwing rice after the ceremony.

• That's fascinating!

• I haven't seen that tradition before.

How can you show you understand an explanation about a wedding tradition?

• Can you tell me more about the significance of the cake cutting?

• Oh, okay.

• The tradition is believed to bring prosperity.

• Is there a reason why people do this at weddings?

How can you politely disagree with someone's explanation of a wedding tradition?

• You're welcome.

• That's not quite how I remember it.

• That's fascinating! In my family, we do [similar tradition] a little differently.

• The tradition is believed to bring good luck for the couple.

1. How can you express interest in learning more about wedding traditions?
   
   

• • a) Sure, my pleasure.

• • b) That's a lovely tradition!

• • c) Wow, that's interesting! Are there any variations of this tradition?

• • d) Thanks for explaining!