Indian wedding
In which country did the wedding take place?
India
Who invited the author to the wedding?
Her best friend, Alisha
What is the opposite of “cold” and describes the weather in India?
"Steaming hot"
A wedding signifies the marriage of two families, not just a couple.
Which word means “to welcome someone with words or gestures”?
"Greet"
How did the author feel about wearing a sari for the first time?
At first, she felt awkward, but later she realized it was comfortable.
What is the Sangeet, and what traditional dance is performed during it?
The Sangeet is the first night of wedding celebrations, and one of the traditional dances performed is the dandiya, a dance using sticks.
What word describes a place full of activity and noise, like the streets of Jaipur?
"Hustle and bustle"
What was the author’s favorite part of the Indian wedding experience?
She loved the warm people, the grand wedding traditions, and the fairytale-like atmosphere.
What symbolic rituals did the bride and groom perform during the wedding ceremony?
They walked around a fire, exchanged flower garlands, and performed other symbolic rituals under a mandap.
What word describes financial success and well-being, which Mehndi designs symbolize?
"Prosperity"
Why did the author compare the wedding to a fairytale?
Because of the spectacular decorations, the bride’s magnificent attire, and the grand entrance of the groom.