MARRIAGE

1. If a relationship is based on trust and commitment, then a legal ceremony isn't necessarily essential to its success.

2. Yes, I agree that commitment is an important part of marriage.

3. What do you think is the purpose of marriage nowadays?

4. But doesn't marriage provide a legal framework that can protect both partners and their children?

5. I think marriage can still provide a valuable long-term commitment between two people.

6. When you say "marriage", are you talking about religious marriage or civil marriage?

7. That's an interesting question. I suppose people's reasons are quite different.

8. People could choose marriage, civil partnerships or simply live together, depending on their circumstances.

9. I don't agree that marriage is necessary for a successful relationship.

10. People marry for love, companionship, family reasons, financial security, cultural expectations or religious reasons.