A Distinctive Pattern in Marriage of Catholics Compared to Jews

question 16

Multiple Choice

A distinctive pattern in marriage of Catholics compared to Jews and Eastern Orthodox Christians was that ______________.

• A) marriage was usually set at the onset of puberty
• B) marriage had to be conducted according to a contract negotiated between both families and the Church
• C) marriage was reserved until later, when each member could afford to establish a household
• D) marriage was required within the community for stability
• E) marriages could not be ended except by death

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