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[I] Belgium features a fascinating mix of ancient traditions and contemporary legislation, showcasing the country’s rich history. [II]. In Belgium, the families of the bride and groom each pitch in by providing a sheet of paper for the wedding invitations, in line with a long-standing tradition. [III] The wedding invitations symbolize the new partnership and the merging of the two families. [IV]

In an old Belgian tradition meant to bring the two families closer together, the bride would pause halfway down the aisle to give her mother a solitary flower. They hold each other's arms. The newlyweds then make their way to the groom's mother-in-law during the recessional, where the bride presents her with a solitary flower as a token of her affection. As a sign of the bride's acceptance of her new mother, they embrace.

Carrying a uniquely embroidered handkerchief bearing the bride's name is one of the most significant and long-standing customs of the Belgian wedding. This handkerchief will be framed and displayed in a special spot after the wedding. Before each subsequent female member of the bride's family is married, the handkerchief is taken out of its frame, embroidered with the name of the new bride, and then passed down through the generations. A bridal handkerchief is a treasured memento that is passed down through the generations.

There are two big chairs placed near the altar where the bride and groom sit during the wedding mass, representing their throne as king and queen for the day and the location. As the ceremony comes to a close, the groom places the wedding ring on the third finger of the bride's left hand. Because it is a circle, the ring represents love that knows no bounds, and the third finger of the left hand represents love because it is thought to hold the vein that goes to the heart. Soon after the wedding, the newlyweds kiss for the first time as husband and wife. Because each partner takes a breath of their new spouse's spirit, the kiss is a metaphor for the couple's spiritual union.

Traditionally, as the bride and husband leave the church, the bridesmaids gather a handful of pennies and then scatter them among the less fortunate outside. The happy couple might increase their chances of financial success by donating to charity.

A honeymoon is for the newlyweds after the wedding. Honey wine, or mead, was traditionally drunk during the 28-day honeymoon, which corresponds to one lunar cycle, in ancient times. The purpose of this was to prevent the bride's relatives from attempting to reclaim their daughter from her husband.

Question 31: Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit?

Marriages in Belgium can take place as either civil or religious ceremonies

A. [I]                                                B. [II]                                        C. [III]                                        D. [IV]

Question 32: The phrase“pitch in” in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by________.

A. Give up                                        B. Turn down                        C. Take off                                D. Help out

Question 33: The word “they” in paragraph 2 refers to____________.

A. Two families                                                                                        B. The newlyweds                

C. The bride and her mother-in-law                                                D. The bride and her mother

Question 34: According to paragraph 2, which of the things is TRUE as a factor that brings the two families closer together?

A. wedding invitations                B. a single flower                        C. big chairs                        D. the handkerchief

Question 35: Which of the following best summarises paragraph 3?

A.        The bridal handkerchief is an important family heirloom in Belgian weddings, symbolizing a tradition of passing down names through generations.

B.        The handkerchief is often used by bridesmaids during the wedding ceremony for practical purposes.

C.        The bridal handkerchief is a simple accessory that serves no particular purpose during the wedding.

D.        The tradition of using a handkerchief in Belgian weddings is a recent development without much historical significance.

Question 36: The word “scatter” in paragraph 5 is OPPOSITE in meaning to_______.

A. compose                                        B. assemble                                        C. regret                        D. vegetate

Question 37: According to the paragraph, what is TRUE about the wedding ring?

A.  The bride's right hand has it adorned on the third finger.

B.  At the start of the ceremony, the groom puts on the ring that belonged to his partner.

C.  The couple's limitless love is symbolized by the ring.

D.  Both their nation's queen and king present the ring to them.

Question 38: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 6?

A.  Celebrating the rich history of traditional Belgian weddings and the customs that have developed around them.

B.  The elaborate traditions associated with traditional Belgian marriages make this event captivating.

C.  It illustrates the distinction between contemporary and traditional wedding ceremonies in Belgium.

D.  The objective was to deter the bride's family from seeking to retrieve their daughter from her spouse.

Question 39: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A.  The tradition of the bridal handkerchief symbolizes a connection between generations of women in the bride's family.

B.  Belgian weddings are centered around religious traditions with little emphasis on family customs.

C.  The honeymoon in Belgium is primarily meant to strengthen the couple's financial standing.

D.  The wedding ceremony in Belgium always involves only religious rites, never civil ones.

Question 40: Which of the following best summarises the passage?

A.        Belgian weddings are primarily focused on the couple's love, with little emphasis on family or tradition.

B.        The passage mainly discusses the history of Belgium's legislation regarding marriage and its impact on modern weddings.

C.        Weddings in Belgium are solely religious ceremonies that do not involve civil aspects or family traditions.

D.        The passage describes various traditions and customs associated with Belgian weddings, highlighting the importance of family, symbols of love, and a mix of civil and religious ceremonies.

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