大学英语口语教程 marriage
大学婚姻英语演讲稿模板
Ladies and Gentlemen,Good morning/afternoon/evening. It is my great honor to stand before you today to discuss a topic that is both personal and universal: the roleof marriage in university life. As we navigate the complex journey of higher education, it is important to consider the various aspects of our lives that can influence our personal and professional growth. In this speech, I will explore how marriage can be a supportive and enriching factor in the lives of university students, offering stability, companionship, and a shared vision for the future.Introduction:(100 words)Good morning/afternoon/evening, esteemed faculty, esteemed guests, and fellow students. Today, we gather to reflect on the multifaceted worldof university life. While academic pursuits are at the forefront of our journey, it is essential to acknowledge the other dimensions that contribute to our overall development. Among these, marriage plays a significant role in shaping our experiences and preparing us for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.I. The Benefits of Marriage in University LifeA. Emotional Support and Stability(250 words)The first and foremost benefit of marriage in university life is the emotional support and stability it provides. As students face the pressures of academic work, social interactions, and personal challenges, having a supportive partner can make a world of difference. Marriage offers a safe haven where individuals can share their fears, aspirations, and successes. This emotional stability helps students maintain their focus and resilience, enabling them to navigate the complexities of university life with greater ease.B. Shared Goals and Vision(250 words)Marriage allows couples to share their goals and vision for the future, which can be incredibly motivating and inspiring. When both partners are committed to personal and professional growth, they can encourage each other to strive for excellence. This shared vision helps students stay motivated and committed to their academic pursuits, as they know that their achievements will contribute to the betterment of their lives and the lives of their loved ones.C. Financial Support and Resource Sharing(250 words)Financial stability is another significant advantage of marriage for university students. By pooling their resources, couples can managetheir expenses more effectively, reducing the stress associated with financial constraints. This financial support allows students to focuson their studies without the added burden of financial worries. Moreover, sharing resources and responsibilities can lead to a more efficient use of time and energy, enabling students to maximize their potential.II. Challenges of Marriage in University LifeA. Balancing Academic and Personal Life(250 words)While marriage can offer numerous benefits, it also comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most significant challenges is balancing academic and personal life. University students often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities, including coursework, research,social activities, and family obligations. Balancing these commitments can be daunting, but with effective communication and time management skills, couples can find a harmonious balance that supports their academic and personal goals.B. Distance and Cultural Differences(250 words)For some students, marriage may involve long-distance relationships or cultural differences. These factors can add complexity to the relationship, requiring couples to be more adaptable and communicative. Distance can lead to feelings of loneliness and separation, whilecultural differences may create misunderstandings and conflicts. However, with open-mindedness, patience, and a willingness to adapt, couples can overcome these challenges and strengthen their bond.III. Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Marriage in University LifeA. Communication(200 words)Effective communication is the cornerstone of a healthy marriage. Couples should make an effort to communicate regularly, discussing their feelings, concerns, and expectations. By fostering an open and honest dialogue, they can address any issues that may arise and find solutions together.B. Time Management(200 words)Time management is crucial for maintaining a healthy marriage during university life. Couples should prioritize their responsibilities and allocate time for both individual and shared activities. This balance ensures that both partners feel valued and supported, contributing to a harmonious relationship.C. Mutual Support and Understanding(200 words)Mutual support and understanding are essential for a successful marriage. Both partners should be willing to lend a helping hand and offer encouragement when needed. By showing empathy and compassion, they can create a nurturing environment that fosters growth and happiness.Conclusion:(150 words)In conclusion, marriage can be a powerful force in the lives ofuniversity students, offering emotional support, shared goals, and financial stability. While challenges may arise, effective communication, time management, and mutual support can help couples navigate the complexities of university life. As we continue our academic journey,let us recognize the value of marriage as a means to personal and professional growth, and strive to cultivate healthy and fulfilling relationships with our partners.Thank you for your attention, and may your university experience befilled with love, success, and growth.。
大学英语口语love-and-marriageppt课件
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Free Discussion
How will you plan your own wedding?
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Different understanding of love and marriage between Chinese and Westerners…
我的电话号码弄丢了，你可以把你的告诉我 吗?
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【“名花/草有主了”怎么表达】
比较常见的表达有 be spoken for 或 be taken， 指已有人拥有所有权的已被预订。She's already taken.她已经有男朋友了。或者说 off the market 例：Yo, dude. You'd better quit chasing after her. She's off the market. 老兄， 你最好别追她了，她已经名花有主了。
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【各种恋】
初恋Puppy Love / First Love， 单恋/暗恋unrequited love， 暗恋have a crush on, 网恋Internet love, 热恋honeymoon phase, 苦恋bitter love, 师生恋teacher-student love, 同性恋homosexuality ['hɒməʊ,seksjʊ'ælətɪ ], 三角恋 love triangle, 夕阳恋sunset love, 双性恋bisexuality [baɪsekʃu'æləti] , 姐弟恋toy boy love .
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What’s love?
"Love means never having to say you're sorry. " ----Love Story
【大学英语四六级考试】2020上半年大学英语四级口语句子：结婚
2020上半年大学英语四级口语句子：结婚【本文概要】有时候，你必须一个人走，这不是孤独，而是选择。
我们时时刻刻都在选择，你选择过什么样的生活就需要付出什么样的代价。
以下为“2020上半年大学英语四级口语句子：结婚”，！更多相关讯息请关注本文！愿意和我结婚吗?Will you marry me? *用于求爱时，男女都可以用。
Will you marry me? (愿意和我结婚吗?)Yes, I will marry you. (是的，我愿意。
)Will you be my wife/husband? (你愿意成为我的妻子/丈夫吗?)I want to share the rest of my life with you. (我愿今生今世和你在一起。
)I want to grow old together. (我愿意和你白头到老。
)我还不想订婚。
I don’t want to get engaged yet.I don’t think we should get engaged yet. (我觉得我们还不到该订婚的时候。
)我还不想结婚。
I don’t want to get married yet.I don’t want to get married yet. (我还不想结婚。
)When will you be ready? (那你想什么时候呢?)I’m not ready to settle down yet.I’m not ready for married life yet.结婚，我还没想过呢。
I haven’t thought about marriage yet. *当对方问到When are you going to get married? (你打算什么时候结婚)时的回答。
我爱你，可是不能和你结婚。
I love you but I can’t marry you.我还下不了决心和她结婚。
大学英语口语教程 Marriage
marriage-seeking
闪婚 flash marriage
Questions: 1.How much do you know about the western and Chinese wedding?
• At first,I’d like to talk about the marriage customs.In our China the bride and bridegroom would in red because we believe the red color reprsents lucky and the wedding would be host in the bridegroom’s house .
牧师问新娘同样的问题。 新娘答：“我愿意。” 接着牧师要求新郎说：“我（新郎的名字） 娶你（新娘的名字）为妻，依上帝之命从今往 后与你厮守在一起，无论身处顺境还是逆境， 无论富裕还是贫穷，无论健康还是患病，永远 相亲相爱，直至死亡将我们分开；在此与你立 下誓言。” 然后是新娘，誓言中稍做改动。
TASK C: Group WORK:
Marriage Vows
In front of the altar, facing the bride and groom, the priest or the master asks the bride groom: “(Name of the groom), will you have this woman to your wedded wife, to live together after God’s ordinance in the holy estate of the matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor, and keep her in sickness and in health; and , forsaking all others, keep you only onto her, so long as you both shall live?”
英语口语小组对话 主题marriage
A：Marriage is one of the most important events of people's lives. so we always treat it very cautiously. And no doubt what we pay the most attention to is choosing a satisfactory man or woman to marry. What kind of person would you like to marry? B：Perhaps we may talk about it according to the letter“marriage”.The first letter M is for money. I guess that no one can deny the significance of money in marriage. The sense of happiness is built on certain material basis, though some people say don't marry for money. The second letter is for ability. Ability is the way to making a living as well as an element of charm. It seems that man pay more attention on his spouse's ability. The letter R stand for right. He is charming, cool, handsome, excellent…She is pretty, cute, graceful…The wise women choose their Mr. right. I is for independent. it refers that he or she should be able to take care of himself or herself. You are searching for a wife, not a daughter.A：It seems like more and more girls want to marry a foreigner. I am one of them. Well, I think the best thing is that two people fall in love finally get together. Also, good things like can go and live in another country, learn different cultures, know how people think and behave over there, when they have children, can teach them the best things from both side. To marry a foreigner make you more understanding, because only by that, two people from different country can be together happily ever after. Don't you think so?C：Of course we should look for one who we love and by whom we are loved in return. After all, each of us has only one life. And love is the most essential element of a fulfilled life. A guy who shares some of my interests so that at least we won't be bored and can have a genuinely good time together .for example- camping. I hate it. We would have problems if it were his passion. If only there is a slighteset chance, I think one should not give up the search for true love. Love, Kathleen Couldn't agree more. Love makes the world beautiful. If your heart is full of love and affection, you will find you can almost go easily with everything and even everyone. And eventually you're sure to find your everlasting love. Well, what do you think is crucial for a happy marriage?D：I think the mutual trust makes a happy marriage. Firstly, mutual trust is the most basic emotional quality between a married couple. Secondly, mutual trust is the most important factor to keep a long and happy marriage. Lastly, mutual trust is the only thing one wife or one husband needs when they are in trouble. So I think mutual trust is one of the most important elements to make a happy marriage.B：Talking about how to the marriage happy , different people hold different opinions. For me, I believe that communication is vital. Marriage means you are not alone any more . You are supposed to share the opinions ,feelings ,hobbies and many other aspects in your life with your husband or wife ，otherwise this marriage has lost its real meaning .Also if you always hide your feelings toward him or her ,the marriage can hardly last long. In this way ,I believe that communication leads a happy marriage. What's more ,you should try to understand your partner and concern what he or she needs ,do your best to help overcome the difficulties together and hand in hand create a better lifeA：Mutual understanding is critical to the success of marriage. As a sayinggoes:"Marriage is the grave for love. To a certain extent, it has some point in it, because love in most case is romantic and the lover only see the bright side of his or her part, but the marriage involves more vulgar things. During the daily life, you not only discover his or her bright side, you may also be reluctant to find sometimes he or she offensive to you. Therefore, mutual understanding is pretty important to maintain a good marriage.C：I agree with you. Without it, the couples will only complain each other when confronted with conflicts between them. As time goes by and the tension exists, more often than not, the marriage will eventually fall collapsed. So the most and foremost thing that a couple should keep in mind is that the precious love that bind them together. If not for that, how could they get to know and fall in with each other?D：In my opinion, When we are young and fall in love we can sometimes have too high expectations for ourselves. We would like everything to be perfect. We think of our future together forever and hope that one day we will in fact have a fairy tale wedding and therefore live happily .For most couples love and marriage can be a fairy tale. Waking up together in the morning looking for that first smile of the day. This alone can put you on a high pedestal for the rest of the day. Sharing breakfast together can also be fun. Then when you return home from work and cannot wait to see each other there is so much to tell one another that, without realizing it, you are becoming closer and closer to each other. Hence, a stable relationship is growing all the time. Live is such a wonderful thing.。
大学英语口语课件 爱情与婚姻 love and marriage
Free Discussion
• How will you plan your own wedding?
Different understanding of love and marriage between Chinese and Westerners…
Love and Marriage
• Have you ever attended a wedding?
• How do you think about it?
• Can you describe it briefly?
bride 新娘 bridegroom (groom) 新郎 groomsman (best man)伴郎 bridesmaid 伴娘 wedding ceremony 结婚典礼 wedding invitation 婚礼请柬 church wedding 教堂婚礼 traditional Chinese wedding 传统中式婚礼 outdoor wedding 户外婚礼 wedding reception 婚宴 wedding dress 婚纱、结婚礼服 Wedding march 婚礼进行曲 honeymoon 蜜月
I'll build your dreams with these two hands We'll hang some memories on the walls And when just the two of us are there You won't have to ask if I still care 'Cause as the time turns the page My love won't age at all And I swear By the moon and the stars in the sky I'll be there, I'll be there I swear Like the shadow that's by your side I'll be there, I'll be there For better or worse, till death do us part I'll love you with every beat of my heart And I swear I swear By the moon and stars in the sky I'll be there, I'll be there I swear Like the shadow that's by your side I'll be there, I'll be there For better or worse Till death do us part I'll love you with every beat of my heart
大学综合英语4_marriage_教案
课时：2课时教学目标：1. 理解婚姻的基本概念和不同文化中的婚姻观念。
2. 学习并运用与婚姻相关的词汇和表达。
3. 通过阅读和讨论，提高学生的批判性思维和口语表达能力。
4. 培养学生对于婚姻和家庭价值观的尊重和理解。
教学内容：1. 婚姻的定义和历史背景。
2. 不同文化中的婚姻习俗和观念。
3. 婚姻的心理学和社会学分析。
4. 婚姻中的沟通和解决冲突的策略。
教学步骤：第一课时：一、导入1. 教师简要介绍婚姻在人类历史和社会中的重要性。
2. 提问：同学们对婚姻有什么样的看法？请分享一些关于婚姻的故事或经历。
二、阅读与讨论1. 学生阅读课文《Marriage Across Nations》，了解不同文化中婚姻的差异。
2. 教师引导学生讨论以下问题：- 课文中提到的不同文化中的婚姻习俗有哪些？- 这些习俗反映了哪些文化价值观？- 你认为哪种婚姻习俗最接近你的文化背景？三、词汇学习1. 教师板书并讲解与婚姻相关的词汇，如：marriage, wedding, spouse, divorce, cohabitation等。
2. 学生练习使用这些词汇进行句子构建。
四、口语练习1. 分组讨论：让学生分组讨论在婚姻中如何保持良好的沟通和解决冲突。
2. 每组派代表分享讨论结果。
第二课时：一、复习与回顾1. 教师回顾上一节课的内容，检查学生对婚姻相关词汇的理解。
2. 学生复述自己小组在婚姻沟通和解决冲突方面的讨论成果。
二、案例分析1. 教师展示一个关于婚姻冲突的案例，引导学生分析案例中的问题。
2. 学生讨论以下问题：- 案例中的夫妻为什么会产生冲突？- 这种冲突如何解决？- 你认为这个案例对我们有什么启示？三、小组辩论1. 将学生分成两组，一组支持婚姻的重要性，另一组反对。
2. 每组准备辩论稿，准备辩论过程中可能用到的论点和论据。
3. 进行辩论，每组派代表陈述观点，其他成员补充或反驳。
四、总结与作业1. 教师总结本节课的主要内容，强调婚姻的重要性以及如何维护婚姻关系。
大学英语听说第三册U4Marriage
Unit 4 Marriage
Movie Time Time to Talk
3. take a walk, on the country road, push a baby cart, smile happily, walking a dog, a sunny day, have sunglasses, a picture of happy married life, enjoy the beauty of nature
2. This is a cartoon showing a priest performing a marriage ceremony to a young couple. But look at what he’s reading! He lists what the wife should and should not do, leaving the bride popping her eyes in surprise. The bridegroom, on the other hand, is smiling with his eyes closed in content. I’m not sure what the cartoon is intended to mean. Maybe it is a criticism of the society, in which women are supposed to always serve men.
Background information
• A marriage agreement is sometimes written and signed by two people who plan to get married. The purpose of a marriage agreement varies. • In the United States and some other countries, some marriage agreements are designed for divorce (especially for a second marriage) or to set conditions for marriage so that the expense for a lawyer’s fee can be saved when troubles arise in a marriage. • Some are designed for the benefit of the marriage: to facilitate the relationship between spouses so that a couple will start out together and stay together.
unit 1 marriage
Two. They are arranged marriage and liberal marriage. 2. What is the Chinese modern system of arranged marriage similar to in the West?
Blind dating.
3. How is an arranged marriage arranged by a go-between or matchmaker? Para.2: when a person…for the girl or boy 4. What does the writer mean by “a lot of young Chinese have very pragmatic ideas about marriage”? Para.3 Even if a person has not found the love of his or her life, he or she might find someone who can get along with and make a match.
5. According to the passage, who worries more? A boy over 25 or a girl over 25?
A girl over 25.
6. Who is more concerned about marriage? The young people themselves or their parents? Can you find any supporting ideas from the passage? Para.5 Young people’s parents are more concerned about marriage.
口语--Marriage
Marriage◎词汇Fall in love with sbBe in relation with sbPropose to sbEngaged to sbMarry sbMarry A to BShe married money. marryA andB are married last yearHe is a married man.bride新娘bridegroom新郎best man伴郎bridesmaid 伴娘◎句型1：She is in thirties but he still is single/free/availableBachelor’s day2:My younger brother is engaged.3:Her fiance is David, businessman.fiance未婚夫fiancee未婚妻My elder sister is pregnantMy elder sister is with a childShe is in the family wayMy elder sister is married, b ut she doesn’t want to have a child./ give birth to childanniversary 周年纪念日wedding anniversary 结婚纪念日golden wedding anniversary金婚五十年diamond wedding anniversary钻石婚六十年She gets on well with her mother-in-law。
Get on badly withGet on well withThey had a baby last year.He got divorced from her last year and remarried her this year.Divorce rate is risingGet divorce from sb.Divorce sb.He divorced the girl.ex-wife前妻ex-husband 前夫Mike married twice ,he has two stepsons.She married five times.She had five marriages.stepfather 继父stepmother继母stepson继子stepdaughter继女adopted son 养子adopted daughter养女adopted father 养父adopted mother养母Daniel has another woman on the side but his wife does not know it. He is having an affair with his secretary.He is cheating on his wife.Some young people in the west fear marriage and would rather cohabitate/be single.They are separate.They split up.He’s moved out.They broke upLucy has been alone since her husband passed away last year.passed away 去世He passed away.他去世了。
英语口语课 marriage
牧师： 新郎ID, do you take this woman,新娘ID,to be your lawful wedded wife,to live together in the estate of matrimony? Will you love her, honor her, comfort her and keep her in sickness and in health, and forsaking all others, be true to her as long as you both shall live?
Marriage
Do you want to get married？
When do you plan to get married？ How will you propose？ Have you imagine what’ your proposal/ wedding will be like？
Hale Waihona Puke 新郎： I,新郎ID, take you ,新娘ID, as my lawful wedded wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part. 我以上帝的名义,郑重发誓:接受你成为我的妻 子,从今日起,不论祸福,贵贱,疾病还是健康,都 爱你,珍视你,直至死亡.
bride [braid]新娘 groom [ɡru:m] 新郎 best man伴郎 bridesmaid ['braidzmeid] 伴娘 maid of honour 主 要伴娘 marriage
大学英语口语对话练习：marriage
大学英语口语对话练习：marriageChen： Hi,Pan,Would you like to go shopping with me this Sunday?Pan：Oh,I am sorry, I would like to go,but I am going to my best friend”s wedding this Sunday.Chen：That is a good news.You should take part in the wedding.Pan：Yes,I m very excited for her and I hope that she will have happiness. But a successful marriage is difficult to handle with .Do you think so?Chen：Yes ,I agree with you.marriage means responsibilities,loyalty,care, tolerance.There are many factors contributing to a successful marriage,such as love, commitment,physical fitness .Pan：You are right.It s really a long career.Both sides should make joint efforts.I think love and mutural understanding are most importantChen： Shared values is also important .They have some interests in comom.It s helpful to their communication and mutural understanding.Pan：It is true. Equal economic status and educational background are also significant.If they are in equal position,they will be more respect for each other.Chen： I take your point. The good relationship needs a lot of efforts. You should give your friend some good advices .Pan：yes ,I will do.Thank you, chen .。
英语口语第三册 四、 About Marriage 关于婚姻
四、About Marriage 关于婚姻346. Are you married? 你结婚了吗？347. I'm single. 我现在单身。
348. You have a younger brother, don't you? 你有个弟弟，是吗？349. How is your family? 你的家人怎么样？350. She's engaged/married to John. 她和约翰订婚/结婚了。
351. How long have you been married? 你们结婚多久了？352. We've been married for 2 years. 我们结婚两年了。
353. My parents got married in 1954. 我父母1954年结婚的。
354. Mary gave birth to a baby last week. 玛丽上星期做妈妈了。
355. They've been divorced.他们已离婚了。
356. His wife died a year ago. Now he lives alone.他妻子去年去世了。
现在他一个人住. 357. My aunt will come to live with me for some days. 我阿姨会来和我住一些日子。
358. John has his own family now. 约翰现在有自己的家了。
359. Do you live with your parents? 你和你父母住一起吗？360. No. I live in my own house. 不，我住在自己的房子里。
2020上半年大学英语四级口语句子：结婚(最新)
愿意和我结婚吗?Will you marry me? *用于求爱时，男女都可以用。
Will you marry me? (愿意和我结婚吗?)Yes, I will marry you. (是的，我愿意。
)Will you be my wife/husband? (你愿意成为我的妻子/丈夫吗?)I want to share the rest of my life with you. (我愿今生今世和你在一起。
)I want to grow old together. (我愿意和你白头到老。
)我还不想订婚。
I don't want to get engaged yet.I don't think we should get engaged yet. (我觉得我们还不到该订婚的时候。
)我还不想结婚。
I don't want to get married yet.I don't want to get married yet. (我还不想结婚。
)When will you be ready? (那你想什么时候呢?)I'm not ready to settle down yet.I'm not ready for married life yet.结婚，我还没想过呢。
I haven't thought about marriage yet. *当对方问到When are you going to get married? (你打算什么时候结婚)时的回答。
我爱你，可是不能和你结婚。
I love you but I can't marry you.我还下不了决心和她结婚。
I hesitate to marry her. * hesitate“踌躇”、“没心思”、“犹豫”。
I hesitate to marry her. (我还下不了决心和她结婚。
新东方英语口语开口篇Lesson20：Marriage婚姻
Lesson Twenty Marriage 婚姻marriage n.marry vt.marry A to B My father married me to a doctor.I am married to a doctor.marry sb. off She finally married her daughter off.marry sb. I married Rick.She married money.marry vi. A and B married last year.marry above oneself marry below oneselfmarried adj. be married to sb He is a married man.marriage Marriage in haste and repent at leisure.Marriage may be compared to a cage:the birds outside despair to get in andthose within despair to get outside.2002Lesson Twenty Marriage 婚姻My elder sister is married, but she doesn‘t want to start a family yet. 我姐姐结婚了，但还不想要孩⼦。
familyI have closed family.I have a big family.He married above himself.He married into the Kennedy family. 家族mother-in-law 岳母Sino-Tibetan-familyGemp3anic-family 语系2003Lesson Twenty Marriage 婚姻She gets on well with her mother-in-law.她和她婆婆相处得很好。
大学英语听说教程3Unit4Marriage
⼤学英语听说教程3Unit4MarriageUnit 4 MarriagePart APre-listening TaskQuestions for Discussion1.What do you think of marriage? Do you think a happy marriage is the most important thing inyour life?2.What kind of person do you want to marry? What are your standards in choosing a lifecompanion?3.What do you think is crucial for a happy marriage?4.What usually causes troubles in a marriage?5.Do you think differences between husband and wife are unavoidable? If you do, could yousuggest some ways for them to deal with the problem?6.Have you heard of marriage agreements? Do you think a couple should sign a marriageagreement before getting married?Additional Question for DiscussionDo young men and young women have the same standards in choosing a spouse? If not, why not?Language FocusHere are some sentences and structures that you may find useful in discussing the above questions.●Both men and women consider marriage a very important part of their lives.●Most men would like their spouses to be young and beautiful. Others consider inner beautymore important.●When a woman chooses her spouse, she often puts emphasis on his character / temperament /education / profession / income / appearance / family background.●Some young women today consider … of great importance in choosing a boyfriend / lifecompanion.●Happiness in marriage does not depend on material wealth.●Marriages based on mutual love create a happy and harmonious atmosphere in the family.●Mutual respect and understanding between husband and wife contribute much to a happymarriage.●Education is an important condition for a good marriage because a couple whose educationallevels do not match may not have much to say to each other / have constant arguments over family issues, big or small.● A marriage based on romantic love alone will not necessarily last long, for a sense ofresponsibility is also essential to a successful marriage.●I would marry someone who loves me and cares for me most.●I would marry someone who is generous / intelligent / ambitious / broad-minded / considerate/ good-looking / kind-hearted / humorous.●I wouldn’t like to marry someone who is too money-conscious / stingy / selfish /hot-tempered / narrow-minded / rude / impolite / possessive.●Each individual is unique and differences between husband and wife are thereforeunavoidable / a rule rather than an exception.●It’s very important for husband and wife to show appreciation of each other / talk and get toknow what his or her partner expects.● A marriage agreement sounds too practical / lacks romantic flavor / reduces marriage to merebusiness.●I think a written marriage agreement shows how much you and your partner are going torespect each other’s needs and expectations / promises a harmonious relationship in married life.●Trouble starts in a marriage when one partner keeps complaining about small things, makingthe other feel resentful.●Constantly criticizing your partner and his or her family gives rise to troubles in / maydestroy a marriage.●Lack of understanding / tolerance over differences may bring troubles to a marriage / cause amarriage to fail.Part BListening TasksConversation 1A Marriage Agreement (Part One)Word Bankoutline v. to describe briefly with few details 概述spouse n. a husband or wife 配偶pet a. denoting a thing that one feels particularly strongly about 格外的，极其的peeve n. sth. that annoys you 惹⼈⽣⽓的事物bug v. (American slang) to annoy, to irritate 激怒article n. a section of a legal agreement that deals with a particular point 协议的条款pet peeve sth. that you strongly dislike because it always annoys you 格外惹⼈⽣⽓的事Script:(Tom and Linda have signed a marriage agreement. Both agree not to break the rules outlined in the agreement. John, a reporter, is talking to them about the agreement.)John: Tom, Linda, first I’d like to ask you why you decided to write this unusual agreement. Tom: We found that many problems are caused when a person has different expectations from his or her spouse. We wanted to talk about everything openly and honestly before we started living together.Linda: Also we both know how important it is to respect each other’s pet peeves. Like, I can get very annoyed if others leave stuff — clothing, papers, everything! — lying around on the floor. It really bugged me, so we put that in the agreement.John: This is mentioned in Article 1: Cleaning Up, isn’t it? It says, “Nothing will be left on the floor overnight. Everything must be cleaned up and put away before going to bed.”Tom: Then I’ll know clearly what Linda’s expectations are.John: I see. What about Article 2: Sleeping? It says, “We will go to bed at 11 p.m. and get up at 6:30 a.m. except on weekends.” I’m sure some people hearing this will think that thisagreement isn’t very romantic.Tom: Well, we disagree. We think it’s very romantic. This agreement shows that we sat down and talked, and really tried to understand the other person. A lot of problems occur in a marriage when people don’t talk about what they want.Linda: That’s right. When we disagreed about something, we worked out a solution that was good for both of us. I would much rather have Tom really listen to me and understand my needs than give me a bunch of flowers or a box of candy. Exercise 1Listen to the conversation and choose the right answers to the questions you hear.1. Which statement best summarizes the marriage agreement between Tom and Linda?a. It is a set of rules that will restrict their personal freedom to a certain extent.b. It is a set of rules that will enable them to live up to each other’s expectations.c. It is a set of rules that will prevent them from getting a divorce.d. It is a set of rules that will save their marriage.2. According to Tom, what will give rise to problems in a marriage?a. Different interests.b. Different pet peeves.c. Different expectations.d. Different sleeping habits.3. What can be inferred about Linda from the conversation?a. She is sensible and well-organized.b. She doesn’t like flowers or candy very much.c. She is too practical to be a good wife.d. She is quick-tempered and domineering.Exercise 2Listen to the conversation again and complete the answers to the following questions.1. Why did Tom and Linda decide to sign the agreement?Because they wanted to understand each other’s expectations so that potential problems could be avoided and they could live happily together.2. What is Article 1 about?Cleaning up. Everything must be cleaned up and put away before going to bed.3. What is Article 2 about?Sleeping. Time for bed: 11 p.m.; time to get up: 6:30 a.m. except on weekends.Conversation 2A Marriage Agreement (Part Two)Word Bankupdate v. to make sth. up-to-date 更新make it up to become friends again after a quarrel 争吵后和解figure out to work out the solution to a problem 想出Script:John: Linda, do you spend a lot of time checking to see if the other person is following the rules?Arguing?Linda: No, not at all.Tom: A lot of couples argue because they don’t understand each other’s expectations. I think we spend less time arguing than most couples because we both know what the other personexpects.John: What happens if one of you breaks a rule?Tom: Well, that’s in Article 13 of our agreement.John: Is it? Oh yes, Article 13: Breaking Rules. “If you break a rule, you must apologize and do something nice for the other person to make it up.”Linda: Yeah, like last time Tom broke the rule of driving.John: What’s the rule?Linda: The rule is we must ask for directions if we are driving and get lost for more than five minutes.John: What happened?Tom: We were driving to a friend’s wedding, and we got lost. Linda wanted to stop at a gas station to ask for directions, but I thought I could figure it out.Linda: Then we drove forty miles in the wrong direction and ended up being late for the wedding. Tom: So I took her out to dinner. I knew what I should do to apologize.John: That’s very important, I think, knowing how to apologize. By the way, do you plan to update your agreement at all? What if things change in your life and a rule doesn’t work anymore?Linda: We’ve thought about that too. Article 14 states that we must review this agreement once a year and make necessary changes.John: Well, it was really nice talking to you both. Thank you very much for your time.Tom & Linda: Thank you.Exercise 1Listen to the conversation and choose the right answers to the questions you hear.1. How many articles are probably in Tom and Linda’s marriage agreement?a. 12.b. 13.c. 14.d. 15.2. How do Tom and Linda feel about their marriage agreement?a. Linda is not very happy with some of the articles in the agreement.b. Tom thinks some of the articles in the agreement are too strict.c. Both Tom and Linda are satisfied with it.d. Both Tom and Linda are not satisfied with it and they want to make a lot of changes to it.3. What will happen to their marriage agreement in a year’s time?a. They will review the articles and make changes to update them.b. They will sit down and write out a new agreement.c. They will not make any changes to the agreement.d. They will not need it anymore, as they are both familiar with its contents.Exercise 2Listen to the conversation again and complete the answers to the following questions.1.What is stated in the rule of driving?It is stated that if they get lost for more than five minutes when they are driving, they must stop and ask for directions.2. What is Article 13 about? What does it say?Article 13 is about breaking rules. The article says, “If you break a rule, you must apologize and do something nice for the other person to make it up.”3. What is Article 14 about? What is stated in the agreement?It is about reviewing the contents of the agreement. It states that they must review this agreement once a year and make necessary changes.Speaking TasksPair WorkDebating — Arguments for or against giving first priority to economic status in choosing aspouseA SampleNowadays, some young people give first priority to economic status in choosing a spouse. Are you for or against this standard in choosing a spouse? Express and defend your views from the perspectives given in the card below.Possible Arguments (for reference)From the perspective of a student (positive)I think it is very natural for people to give first priority to economic status in choosing a spouse. We all know how important money is. Without money, we can hardly do anything. Lack of money in a marriage will cause problems to the couple. Even though the couple may have married for love, being always hard-pressed for money, love will soon be replaced by quarrels and endless worries over money matters. If this happens, can they live happily together? So I think it is very important to first consider if your future spouse is able to share the responsibility of supporting a family. If not, just wait.From the perspective of a social worker (negative)Nowadays, some young people consider economic status the most important factor when they choose a spouse. They think money can bring everything they want, like a big apartment, a car, or a trip abroad. However, can these material things really ensure happiness? I don’t think so.A marriage based solely on material wealth will not necessarily be a happy one. Countless examples have shown that rich people often have unsuccessful marriages. A happy marriage is built on a deep love and affection between husband and wife, which cannot be bought by money.Now use the above sample as your model and carry on similar activities with your partner.Some Ideas for ReferenceThe Argument (positive)1. A university degree is the first thing I’d consider when I choose my life companion. I thinktwo people with very different educational backgrounds would have problems incommunication.2. A person with a university degree has been exposed to a wide range of knowledge / iswell-educated.3.What great pleasure it is to spend your life with someone who can share your enjoyment ofmusic, art and literature, or discuss with you all sorts of subjects from the beauty of nature to aliens in outer space / new advances in science and technology.4. A well-educated person tends to be more cultured, and more understanding, which will ensurehappiness in a marriage.5. A well-educated person is more likely to have a good career.6. A university degree is almost a must in the competitive job market nowadays. Therefore agood educational background is key to a successful career, which will bring harmony and security to family life.The Counter-argument (negative)1.I don’t think a university degree is so important in choosing one’s life companion. Personalityis the first thing I would take into consideration when I choose a spouse.2.To my mind, affection, honesty, generosity, kindness, sympathy, and courage are the qualitiesI value more.3.I think a person’s moral virtue is very important and it is not decided by the amount of schooleducation he or she has received.4. A university degree does not necessarily bring happiness to a marriage. Mutual affection andunderstanding are key to a happy marriage.5. A person with a university degree is not necessarily well-educated. It depends on how mucheffort she or he made while at college.6.I believe in love / love at first sight. I’d like to marry the person I love, and together we canpursue the dreams of our life.7.I don’t think a university degree can ensure success in a career. Experience is sometimes moreimportant than formal education. As a matter of fact, many entrepreneurs in China haven’t even received secondary education. Their success actually relies on their unusual personality and opportunities available.Part CTest Your ListeningA ConversationListen to the conversation and choose the right answers to the questions you hear.1.Which of the following is true of the woman’s husband?a.He doesn’t share housework at home.b.He doesn’t know how to put things in order.c.He doesn’t care for his wife and children.d.He’s lazy and rude.2.What do you know about the woman?a.She’s just got a job.b.She earns a lot of money.c.She does most of the housework at home.d.She has bad relations with her husband.3.What does the man think of the woman’s complaints?a.He thinks the woman’s husband is lazy and messy.b.He doesn’t want to pass judgment on the woman’s husband.c.He thinks the woman complains too much.d.He thinks the woman should ask her husband to share the housework.Script:M: Ah, come in, Barbara. Take a seat. How have things been?W: Oh, much the same. I still seem to have quarrels with my husband all the time.M: What do you quarrel about?W: Oh, everything. You see, he never thinks of my feelings.M: Go on.W: Well, I’ll give you an example. You know, when the children started school, I wanted to go back to work again, too. So I got a job. Well anyway, by the time I’ve collected Gary and Lucy from school, I only get home about half an hour before he comes back …M: Yes?W: Well, when he gets home, he expects me to run around and get his tea. He never does anything in the house.M: Mm.W: And last Friday he invited three of his friends to come around for a drink. He didn’t tell me to expect them, and I’d had a long and difficult day. I don’t think that’s right, do you?M: Well, I’m not here to pass judgment. I’m here to listen.W: Sorry. And he’s so untidy. He’s worse than the kids. I always have to remind him to pick up his clothes. He just throws his clothes on the floor. After all, I’m not his servant. I’ve got my own career. Actually, I think that’s part of the trouble. You see I earn as much money as he does.。
大学英语专业综合教程4unit 13 Marriage
Divorce in America
• The divorce rate is more than 50% • Desire for freedom • American take themselves as a
center
• Brainstorm
– Money – In-laws – Common interests in life
Paraphrase :
Although the humor might sound offensively rude, it was readily accepted by people in the Victorian era. .
• Sentence: It would seem a hell (mainly populated
• The way they spend their time together
Of course, you and your spouse have individual needs and interests. However, you and your spouse should focus on the time you spend together, instead of the activity itself.
Defense of neutral monism Women’s rights
关于结婚的英语口语对话
关于结婚的英语口语对话它这一生，与英语结婚了，几乎每一天都在和英语对话。
下面是店铺给大家整理的关于结婚的英语口语对话，供大家参阅!关于结婚的英语口语对话：婚姻状况我还是单身。
I’m still single。
我无“家”一身轻。
I have no family to tie me down。
她很年轻时就结婚了。
She (was/got) married young。
我喜欢单身而不是结婚。
I prefer being single to being married。
他们将在8月喜结连理。
They will tie the knot in August。
她与一个法国人结婚了。
She’s married to a Frenchman。
他们结婚一年后就离异了。
They split up after one year of marriage。
她再婚了，嫁给了一位有钱人。
She is married again to a wealthy man。
关于结婚的英语口语对话：求婚我们的未来是很美好的。
We have a great future。
让我永远照顾你吧。
Let me take care of you forever。
你愿意和我结婚吗?Will you marry me?他向我求婚时，我吓了一跳。
I was shocked when he popped the question。
咱们一起白头到老吧。
Let’s be together till the end of our lives。
你愿意做我的人生伴侣吗?Would you like to be my partner in life?我想让全世界都知道我们是一对。
I want the whole world to know we’re a couple。
如果我现在向你求婚，不会太唐突吧?Am I too abrupt if I ask you to marry me now?我计划明年六月份举行婚礼。
marriage
Hello,everyone,it’s an honour for me to make a speech here.Assume for a moment that a couple has suffered a breakdown, thus their marriage coming to an end. But their son is preparing for the university entrance exam. If you met this dilemma, what would you like to do ,divorce or not.. Tough question, isn’t it? On the one hand ,you may cannot bear to live with your spouse without affections. On the other hand, you will be ashamed and uneasy for your son if you choose to seek your happiness.I will tell you which choice I would make in this theoretical situation. I will keep relationship with my spouse. The reasons why I can make this decision may be divided into three. Firstly, if I elect to divorce decisively , it can have a bad influence for my child. Secondly, in my view, marriage is not simple two people business. I think it a must to let child to know. Apparently, it’s not a suitable to inform child of this situation. What’s more, child need time to accept fact. Finally , there may be a favourable turn . Sometimes , after cooling down , we may find divorce is not the best choice to settle the problem.What it all comes to is responsibility. You should take responsibility for both your children and your marriage. In short, don’t divorce rashly but thoughtful.。
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bride
bridegroom
groom & best man
bride & bridesmaid
bride & bridesmaid
a happy couple
TASK A: VOCABULARY
Choose the correct answers: 1. fiancee future husband/husband to be 2. fiance 3. bride future wife/wife to be A man who is about to be married or has recently been married. A woman who is about to be married or has recently been married. A woman who attends the bride at a wedding. The bridegroom's chief attendant at a wedding. Two people united, as by or marriage.
Questions that the editor might ask:
1. Are you planning a big wedding? 2. How many people are you going to invite exactly? 3. Where is the ceremony going to be? 4. Do you intend to hold a reception afterwards? 5. Where is that going to be? 6. What are you planning to wear? 7. Who is going to be the best man? Who are the bridesmaids? 8. Where are you going to go on your honeymoon? 9. Where are you going to live when you return? 10. Are your parents going to live with you? 11. Do you intend to have a large family? 12. Are you going to work after you get married?
3.Who will attend the wedding?
TASK C: Group WORK:
You and your fiancee are famous actors (John Travolta and Goldie Hawn, for example). You are going to be interviewed by the editor of a gossip column. She wants to find out everything about your wedding plans. She will ask you questions about your wedding plans. Here are some questions that the editor might ask:
公证结婚
结婚证书
结婚周年
different countries, different kinds of weddings
TASK B: Thinking and Speaking
Think about weddings in your hometown and describe it as specific as possible. Such as 1.Where is the wedding held? 2.Are all weddings the same?
4. bridegroom 5. bridesmaid
6. best man 7. couple
8. flower girl
The legal union of a man and woman as husband and wife.
The ceremony or celebration of a marriage. An offer of marriage. Money or property brought by a bride to her husband at marriage. One who arranges or tries to arrange marriages. A young girl who carries flowers in a procession, especially at a wedding.
9. wedding
10. marriage 11. matchmaker 12. dowry 13. proposal
14. marriage certificate
跨国婚姻
15. civil marriage ceremony
证婚人Байду номын сангаас
16. mixed marriage 17. wedding anniversary 18. witness