Getting Ready
If you need to fly to get to the wedding where should you go?
What is: Airport
True or false. If the wedding starts at 3pm you should get there at 5pm.
What is: False. You should always try to be early or on time.
The bride is walking down the aisle. Everyone stands up as the bride enters. What should you do?
A. Continue sitting and playing on your phone.
B. Stand with the other guests until everyone sits down.
C. Walk into the aisle to get a closer look.
D. Start talking to the person next to you.
What is: B. Stand with the other guests until everyone sits down.
The Music Is Too Loud
The reception music is making you uncomfortable. What can you do?
A. Yell at the DJ to turn it down.
B. Leave without telling anyone.
C. Move to a quieter area or use noise-reducing headphones.
D. Tell everyone the music is terrible.
What is: C. Move to a quieter area or use noise-reducing headphones.
Someone compliments your outfit. What should you say?
What is: Thank you!
True or False. If you want to attend a wedding you have to say YES on the RSVP.
What is: True
Where can you find information like the: Date, time, location, and dress code for the wedding?
a) the gift store
b) the invitation
c) your passport
What is: b) the invitation
People around you are sitting quietly. What should you do?
A. Continue a loud conversation.
B. Silence your phone and remain quiet.
C. Watch videos with the volume on.
D. Stand in the aisle taking selfies.
What is: B. Silence your phone and remain quiet.
Weddings typically require quiet attention during the ceremony.
Meeting Someone New at Your Table
You are seated with people you do not know. What is the best way to start a conversation?
A. Sit silently and stare at your phone the entire time.
B. Introduce yourself and ask how they know the couple.
C. Immediately tell them your entire life story.
D. Ask them how much money they gave as a gift.
What is: B. Introduce yourself and ask how they know the couple.
Someone Asks a Question You Don't Know How to Answer.
What can you say?
What is: "I don't know", "I'm not sure but I can try to find out", "I don't know. Can I have more information?"
What do you need to pack to get ready for a wedding?
What is: Answers may vary. (Dress, shoes, jewelry, and wedding gift)
Who can go to a wedding? Anyone who wants to go or only people who were invited?
What is: Only people who were invited can attend a wedding. Weddings cost a lot of money and we don't want strangers showing up to a special event.
You notice someone is crying during the vows. What is the best response?
A. Point it out to nearby guests.
B. Laugh because they are crying.
C. Respect their privacy and stay focused on the ceremony.
D. Ask loudly why they're crying.
What is: C. Respect their privacy and stay focused on the ceremony.
Someone Asks You to Dance
You do not want to dance. What is the best response?
A. "No. That's stupid."
B. Ignore the person completely.
C. "Thank you for asking, but I'd rather sit this one out."
D. Walk away without responding.
What is: C. "Thank you for asking, but I'd rather sit this one out."
Someone tells a joke you don't understand. What should you do?
A. Pretend you understand.
B. Get angry.
C. Say, "I don't get it. Can you explain it?"
D. Leave the table.
What is: C. Say, "I don't get it. Can you explain it?"
How will you get ready to go to the wedding? (Pretend you just woke up)
What is: Answers may vary. (Eat breakfast, shower, get dressed, do your hair, do your makeup, drive)
I should get dressed and ready ___________.
a) 4 days before the wedding
b) At the wedding
c) A few hours before the wedding
d) After the wedding
What is: c) A few hours before the wedding
Why do people usually remain quiet during a wedding ceremony?
A. Because talking is not allowed anywhere.
B. Because guests want to show respect and allow everyone to hear the ceremony.
C. Because conversations are against the law.
What is: B. Because guests want to show respect and allow everyone to hear the ceremony.
You want to leave early. You are tired and need to leave before the wedding ends. You should:
A. Leave without telling anyone.
B. Say goodbye and thank the couple or host if possible.
C. Announce to everyone that you are bored.
D. Complain loudly before leaving.
What is: B. Say goodbye and thank the couple or host if possible.
A relative wants a hug. What should you do?
What is:
If you don't like hugs: Say, "I'm not a hugger, but it's nice to see you."
If you like hugs: You can hug them back.
How can I decide what wedding gift to give the couple?
What is: Check the registry, think of something the couple may like or need, or give them money if you can (make sure to check your spending budget).
Are weddings usually quick or do they take a long time? Why?
What is: It depends. Weddings that have a ceremony and a reception may last a long time. It it important to be patient until it is time to go. While I wait I can find ways to have fun.
How might the couple feel if guests are talking loudly during their vows?
A. Happy because everyone is having fun.
B. Distracted, sad, or disappointed because attention is not on the ceremony.
C. Confused about where the guests are.
D. They would not notice.
What is: B. Distracted, sad, or disappointed because attention is not on the ceremony.
The photographer wants a group picture. What should you do?
A. Smile and join the group if invited or say "No thank you" if you don't like pictures.
B. Stand directly in front of everyone else.
C. Make distracting noises during the photo.
What is: A. Smile and join the group if invited or say "No thank you" if you don't like pictures.
At a wedding we may meet new people. Some people may be strangers to us, but they are friends or family members of the bride or groom. Can we be kind and say "Hi" to them?
What is: Yes, we don't usually talk to strangers but we can say "Hi" if we are somewhere we trust and we feel safe.