Icebreaker: Arranged Marriages Nov.21

Icebreaker: Arranged Marriages Nov.21

Icebreaker: Arranged Marriages Nov.21

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In your opinion what are the advantages and disadvantages of Arranged Marriages?  Do you think that they can be successful in a society?  Explain your thinking.

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Re: Icebreaker: Arranged Marriages Nov.21

by Thi Thao Vy Phung -
I think arranged marriages have good and bad sides. A good thing is families can help find a suitable partner. A bad thing is some people may not have freedom to choose. I think arranged marriages can be successful if both people respect and understand each other.
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Re: Icebreaker: Arranged Marriages Nov.21

by Nguyen Viet Long (Louis) Ngo -
Arranged marriages can have advantages and disadvantages. They may provide family support and shared values, but people might feel pressured or not know their partner well. I think they can be successful if both people have a choice and good communication.
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by Xiejun Zhu -
Arranged marriages can have advantages because families help choose partners with similar values and strong family support. They can also have disadvantages if the couple does not know each other well or feels pressured to marry. I think arranged marriages can be successful when both people freely agree, respect each other, and work together to build a healthy relationship.
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Re: Icebreaker: Arranged Marriages Nov.21

by Chenrui Zhang -
Advantages are family support and shared values. Disadvantages are less personal choice and possible lack of love at first. I think arranged marriages can still be successful with trust and respect.
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Re: Icebreaker: Arranged Marriages Nov.21

by Jinqi (Elvice) Zhou -
Advantages
1. Parents pick partners with similar family values and backgrounds. Fewer fights over money or family rules.
2. Family support is strong. Both families help the new couple solve problems.
3. People avoid the stress of dating and looking for lovers alone.

Disadvantages
1. Two people may have no love at first. They might not share hobbies or ideas.
2. Some people have no right to choose their own partner. They feel trapped.
3. If they cannot get along, divorce brings big trouble to two whole families.
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Re: Icebreaker: Arranged Marriages Nov.21

by Haoxiang Li -
I believe arranged marriages are a good thing, for the continuation and survival of humanity. The benefits outweigh the personal gains.