Dating, Marriage & Gender Issues

1. In the U .S., teenagers typically begin dating in groups or in pairs. Americans (male and female) may have a number of casual dating relationships before deciding on a permanent partnership such as marriage. How is this practice similar or different in your country?
   
   
2. What are the prevalent attitudes about the roles of men and women in the marriage contract? Are marriages ever arranged in your culture? How are the marriage roles different between men and women? What is typically expected from each?
   
   
3. The U.S. divorce rate is over 50%. What are your thoughts about this problem? What is the divorce rate in your country? If it is lower or higher, Why?
   
   
4. If a woman seeks to become a professional in business or another field in your country, what will be her greatest obstacles, if any?
   
   
5. How do educational expectations differ between males and females in you country?
   
   
6. Do women in your country have equal legal protection? Why or why not?