Does marriage still matter? The world’s biggest star has announced that she is getting married after years of dreaming about it in her songs. But some say weddings are the stuff of the past.
Swift’s love story breaks the internet
Public passion: While her previous relationships were defined by secrecy, Taylor Swift's engagement to Travis Kelce has been a highly public, shared story, culminating in a joint Instagram post that was seen by millions. Comprehension quiz
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The word adversary most nearly means:
A: A close friend
B: A family member
C: An opponent or rival
D: A supporter
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Which word is the closest synonym for avid?
A: Uninterested
B: Enthusiastic
C: Occasional
D: Annoyed
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The word traditional most nearly means:
A: Relating to something new and modern.
B: Based on long-standing customs, beliefs, or practices.
C: Unpopular because it is old-fashioned.
D: Required by an official law or rule.
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According to the article, who commented on the engagement, saying they wished the couple “a lot of luck”?
A: Taylor Swift’s ex-boyfriend
B: Travis Kelce’s gym teacher
C: An avid fan
D: Donald Trump
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In which of her songs does Taylor Swift sing about a partner who “wanted a bride” while she “was making my own name”?
A: Love Story
B: Speak Now
C: Paper Rings
D: Midnight Rain
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The article suggests Taylor Swift’s choice to get married is different from a growing trend among American women. What is this trend?
A: An increasing number of women are turning away from traditional institutions like marriage.
B: More women are choosing to get married with paper rings.
C: Most women believe that marriage leads to a happier life.
D: Women are waiting longer to announce their engagements on social media.
Answers
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1. C 2. B 3. B 4. D 5. D 6. A
Glossary
Beau - A person's boyfriend or male admirer.
Feminist - Someone who calls for women's rights and equality of the sexes.
Traditional - Something that has been done for a long time.
Autonomy - The right to make your own decisions.
Patriarchy - A system of society where men hold power and women are excluded.
Queer - A person whose gender identity or sexuality does not fit into society's traditional ideas. In the past the term was sometimes used as a homophobic insult — but today the LGBTQ community have reclaimed it.
Paradigm - A typical example of something, often used as a model.