Listening Task: Is Getting Married in Your 20s Too Young?

Listen to a discussion on a TV show about the right time to get married. The three hosts give their opinions about the issue. Choose and circle TWO answers for each question (1-4) based on what you hear. You will hear the discussion twice.

Extra discussion questions:

• Do you agree with the opinion that people should wait until they are at least 30 before considering marriage? Why or why not? What is the optimal age for doing so?

• In your opinion, is getting married more or less important for your generation than it was for your parents’ generation? Why? Explain your answer.

• If a friend of yours was planning on getting married but you disagreed with their decision, what would you do? Explain your answer.