Tuesday 5/29
Introduction to topic of Marriage
Homework: Complete vocabulary for section Ch. 20.1 and 20.2. Can be done in class.
Notes/Discussion on "Reasons to Marry"
Define prenuptial. Type of contract and discuss what it involves.
Students can find template form from www.FindLegalForms.com to complete prenup assignment.
Complete pg. 192 in workbook.
Wednesday 5/30
NY Prenuptial Article/Deadbeat Dad article
Discussion of articles from Newsday relating to couples who lost money for Marriage reception because restaurant was evicted.
Discussion of expenses related to getting married. Grand total$$
Discussion of Marriage Rights and Obligations.
Marriage changes a couple's legal status. Discussion of what is legally meant by status.
Civil Unions/Reaction/Position
Notes on Types of Marriages/Prohibited Marriages pg. 443-444.
Thursday 5/31
Marriage Scavenger Hunt and also research the Most Expensive Divorces. See below for attachments.
Give students article "The Divorce Trap" and they had to read and answer 4 questions. Hand in when complete.
pg. 493 in textbook students must complete questions #2-9, hand-in when done.
Friday 6/1
Ch. 20 Vocabulary Quiz.
Article "Dead beat dad-Suffolk County"
Monday 6/4
Tuesday 6/5
Notes on Section 20.2 PowerPoint.
Wednesday 5/31
Article "2 men denied marriage license" Discussion
Article "Senate debates ban on gay marriage"
Fill in Handout "Marriage Formalities and Restrictions"