Evaluation:
Published: 26.11.2002.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
References: Not used
  • Essays 'Chinese and Chinese American Wedding Celebrations', 1.
  • Essays 'Chinese and Chinese American Wedding Celebrations', 2.
Extract

In today's society, Chinese wedding ceremonies have been woven into American wedding heritage. Many Chinese have adapted into American's society and changed their traditional practices into more modern ways. Therefore, marriage is an integral part of living and great pains are taken to ensure a good match and bountiful prosperity. This is why traditional Chinese weddings have many complex customs and ceremonies. They serve the important function of providing an auspicious start for the bridal couple.
In the past, Chinese families enlisted the help of matchmakers to choose marriage part…

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