Topic:
This article is about how Egypt's economic situation is
making it difficult for many young people to marry.
Before reading:
General Knowledge:
- Can you find the country of Egypt on a map? What do you know about this country?
Speculate:
- What are some reasons that it might be difficult for people to get married if they don't have much money?
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photos on the NPR website. Word count: 846
After reading:
Review and discuss:
- Write a 3-4 sentence summary of this article. Begin your summary with "This article is about…".
- The article mentions that in Egypt, marriages are negotiated between families. What does this suggest about Egyptian culture?
- Sharouk's mother feels that people were "less demanding" in the past than they are now when they were discussing engagements. What are some possible explanations for this change?
- In Egypt, what might be some of the effects of many young people delaying marriage in order to save money?
- In your opinion, what was the most interesting thing mentioned in this article? Why?
Reflect and evaluate:
- In your culture, what are some traditions that are part of getting married? Do people exchange gifts, like in Egyptian culture?
- How did you feel when you read about Sharouk's situation? Why?
- Two of the people interviewed for this article are 20-years old, or around the age of university students. How does this compare to the age when people get married in your culture? If the ages are different, what are some possible explanations for the difference?
- Is there anything else you'd like to know about this topic? Do you have any questions that weren't answered in the article?
- What vocabulary words were new to you in this article? Make a record of what you have learned.
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