EWJ Weddings 2

What is not usually true about marriage proposals in the U.S.?
1. The man goes down on one knee as he asks for the woman's hand in marriage.
2. The man offers a diamond ring.
3. The man composes a poem or song for his beloved.
Which word refers to a man?
1. fiancé
2. fiancée
3. bride
Which role is usually played by a young boy?
1. maid of honor
2. ring bearer
3. groom
Which U.S. city do many couples elope to?
1. New York
2. Las Vegas
3. Washington, D.C.
What is the job of a flower girl?
1. She holds the bride's bouquet during the ceremony.
2. She presents flowers to the mothers of the bride and groom.
3. She scatters flower petals on the aisle that the bride will walk down.
Who gives away the bride?
1. The groom.
2. The best man.
3. The father of the bride.
Who makes the first toast?
1. The best man.
2. The groom.
3. The father of the bride.
Who is the first to dance with the bride?
1. The groom.
2. The father of the bride.
3. The best man.
Who catches the bridal bouquet when it is tossed?
1. Any single (unmarried) man. It is thought that he will then be the next to marry.
2. Any single (unmarried) woman. It is thought that she will then be the next to marry.
3. Any married woman. It is thought that she will then be the next to have a baby.
What is the article of clothing called that the bride wears just above her knee?
1. A veil.
2. A train.
3. A garter.
What do Americans usually throw at the bride and groom outside as they leave the wedding ceremony?
1. Flowers.
2. Rice.
3. Coins.
Traditionally, who pays for a wedding reception in the U.S.?
1. The groom's family.
2. The bride's family.
3. The guests all contribute.

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