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Handout
Able Media

Ctc: Roman Weddings, Preparing for a Wedding

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the preparations that went into a Roman wedding. Discusses factors in choosing a spouse, when the wedding would take place, the arrangements, and more.
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Website
Other

The Historical Soc. Of Penn: Ethnic Weddings in America

For Students 9th - 10th
Balch Institute for Ethnic Studies has compiled information and photos about the wedding traditions of different groups in America.
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Handout
Able Media

Classics Technology Center: Roman Weddings

For Students 9th - 10th
The Classics Technology Center offers an introduction to the different types of Roman weddings.
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Unit Plan
CommonLit

Common Lit: Book Pairings: "The Giver" by Lois Lowry

For Students 9th - 10th
In the dystopian novel "The Giver," Jonas is chosen to be the new Receiver of Memories; he meets his incumbent -- The Giver, a man who is tasked with holding onto the community's collective experiences and memories. Selected (11) reading...
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Unit Plan
CommonLit

Common Lit: Book Pairings: "Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan

For Students 9th - 10th
Four Chinese women, who left war-torn China and immigrated to America, share their stories as they try to understand their daughters and what it means to be Chinese in America. Selected (10) reading passages (grades 8-11) to pair with...
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eBook
Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: "An Unconventional Confidence" by Lucy M. Montgomery

For Students 6th - 8th
This humorous story revolves around a woman who is destined for an arranged marriage and expresses reluctance to a stranger. Read the full text of "An Unconventional Confidence" by Lucy M. Montgomery.
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Handout
Able Media

Able Media: Roman Weddings the Wedding Ceremony

For Students 9th - 10th
AbleMedia offers a good description of the actual wedding ceremony itself. Links to related topics are included.
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Activity
Other

A Chronological Summary of Palimony Law Before Marvin

For Students 9th - 10th
This page summarizes California law on non-marital partners, citing cases beginning in 1932.
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Activity
Other

Why You Should Have a Cohabitation Agreement

For Students 9th - 10th
This article stresses the necessity of having a written cohabitation agreement to protect all parties concerned.