Ⅲ Reading

Wedding customs are different in different countries. Now we will read two articles: Weddings in Indonesia and Greek weddings，try to remember what to do and what not to do.（give students time to read the text）

Enjoy the pictures about Indonesian Wedding

1. Present a chart showing what to do and what not to do during the wedding

What to do:

I can go without an invitation.

I can attend the reception after the ceremony.

I ought to put money into the box at the entrance of the reception.

What not to do:

You oughtn't to go to the ceremony without asking first.

You don't have to contribute a lot of money.

You can't drink alcohol at the wedding reception.

Indonesian women don't have to cover their heads.

Enjoy the pictures about Greek Weddings

Ask the students to give information about what happens before, during and after the wedding.

Before the wedding ceremony

The bridegroom has to ask the bride's father for his daughter's hand in marriage.

During the wedding ceremony

The best man should help put crowns made of flowers on the heads of the couple.

A long silk ribbon that links the crowns is a symbol of a long and happy life for the couple.

After the wedding ceremony

The guests can attend a wedding reception.

Guests can throw dishes on the floor and put money on the bride's wedding dress for good luck.

The party can last through the night.

Do the exercise3 true or false