Week 4

Topic: Marriage custom and practice

Objectives: At the end of the lessons, the pupils should be able to

1. Identify steps in selecting marriage partners.

2 Identify and explain values relevant to the selection of partners.

3 Identify the role played by families and others in the selection of marriage partners.

4 Identify the consequences of some unhealthy marriage practices.

5 suggest ways of preventing unhealthy marriage practices.

CONTENT

Steps in selecting marriage partners (Marriage procedure)

Marriage is the union of a man and woman as husband and wife. Marriage does not just happen. A number of steps lead to marriage. First, the man and the woman meet. This usually takes place:

1 In social gatherings like parties.

2 Where they live.

3 At school.

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