Question

PART A: Which of the following best explains how paragraphs 6-8 develop the ideas of the text?
A. by detailing how autonomous marriages have failed in westernized countries for those from cultures that traditionally arranged marriages
B. by describing why arranged marriages are successful thanks to parents forming matches based on practical benefits
C. by citing evidence that arranged marriages can result in true love and fewer divorces over time
D. by explaining why arranged marriages work in some parts of the world and why they don’t work in others

Answer 1

Answer:

B

Explanation:

The paragraphs explain how some families form arranged marriages so their daughter can have financial security, which is a practical reason, as well as having their daughter marry someone in their same ethnicity. They can be successful because not only are the parents more involved in the relationship, the partner usually has the same beliefs, they also have financial security and a good social status.

Answer 2

Answer: B ong

Explanation: