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Exercise 1
Vocabulary
Direction: Listen and repeat after your tutor.
Commitment
/kəˈmɪtmənt/
Meaning:
A pledge or promise to do something; a sense of obligation to a cause or relationship.
- Marriage involves a strong commitment to your partner and the relationship.
Homeownership
/ˈhoʊmˌoʊnərʃɪp/
Meaning:
The state of owning a home rather than renting one.
- Many people dream of achieving homeownership as a sign of financial stability.
Marriage Ceremony
/ˈmɛrɪdʒ ˈsɛrəˌməni/
Meaning:
A formal event or ritual where a couple gets married, often including vows and legal documentation.
- The marriage ceremony was beautiful and included traditional vows.
Shared Responsibilities
/ʃɛrd rɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪtiz/
Meaning:
Tasks or duties that are divided between two or more people in a relationship or household.
- Successful partnerships often involve shared responsibilities for household chores and finances.
Exercise 2
Conversation
Listen to the dialogue & Role-play with your tutor.
Situation: Nina and Eva discuss marriage and homeownership.
Nina
Eva, what do you think is most important in a marriage?
Eva
Oh, definitely commitment—supporting each other no matter what!
Nina
I agree. What about owning a home?
Eva
It’s a big deal! A sign of stability and a smart investment.
Nina
Totally! Any thoughts on your wedding ceremony?
Eva
I want something simple and elegant with close family. You?
Nina
I’d add some traditional touches; it feels meaningful.
Eva
Nice! And sharing responsibilities is key, right?
QUESTION
1. What does Eva say is the most important part of marriage?
2. Why does Eva think owning a home is important?
3. What kind of wedding ceremony does Eva want?
Exercise 3
Let's Practice
Direction: Complete the exercise.
Fill the blank
Fill the blank with the correct word
1. Many people dream of achieving ___________ as a sign of financial stability.
A) Homeownership
B) Renting
2. The ___________ was beautiful and included traditional vows.
A) Wedding party
B) Marriage ceremony
3. Successful partnerships often involve ___________ for household chores and finances.
A) Shared responsibilities
B) Individual tasks
4. Owning a home represents stability and a long-term ___________.
A) Investment
B) Expense
Future & Perfect Tenses
Complete the sentences using the correct future or perfect tense.
1. They __________ (move) into their new apartment by next month.
2. We __________ (get) married in June.
3. I hope I __________ (save) enough money for a house soon.
4. By 2030, he __________ (buy) his first home.
5. She __________ (live) with her partner for two years now.
Exercise 4
Your Turn To Ask
Ask your tutor these questions
1. What qualities do you think are essential for a successful marriage?
2. How important is commitment in a long-term relationship?
3. What are the advantages of owning a home compared to renting?
4. How would you plan your ideal marriage ceremony?
5. What role do shared responsibilities play in maintaining a healthy relationship?
Exercise 5
Your Turn to Answer
Talk about yourself using the expressions you have learned in this lesson.
1. How do you envision balancing work and home life in a future partnership?
2. What are your thoughts on traditional versus modern wedding ceremonies?
3. How do you plan to manage finances with a partner in the future?
4. What are some practical steps to achieve homeownership?
5. How do you feel about sharing household chores with a partner?
6. What factors would influence your decision to get married?
7. How do you maintain a sense of independence while being committed in a relationship?
8. What are some challenges you think couples face in managing shared responsibilities?
9. How do you balance personal goals with relationship goals?
10. What advice would you give to someone preparing for marriage and homeownership?
11. What’s the most important thing to consider when choosing a house?
12. How do you manage disagreements about finances in a relationship?
13. What’s your opinion on living together before marriage?
14. How do you feel about the idea of marriage as a lifelong commitment?
15. How do you plan to support your partner’s goals while maintaining your own?
