Paragraph 1: Introduce the topic of dating. What was the traditional form? (1920’s-1980’s) Please make sure that you include a thesis statement as the last sentence of the first paragraph.Paragraph 2: What are the common American dating patterns among college-age students? Be sure to define them.Paragraph 3: What are some common dating scripts?Paragraph 4: Mate Selection. How do people find someone to date? Is there certain criteria? Define and explain the filter theory.Paragraph 5: Tell me about the person you are currently with (spouse, boy/girlfriend, booty call etc. or your last relationship) How did you meet this person? Is this the normal way you would meet someone? What sociological factors came into play when deciding to date this person? (Parental control over mate selection, age, social class, education, religion, political view etc)Paragraph 6: What are the types of marriage markets? Which do we have? What are some sociological benefits and disadvantages of arranged marriages? Use theory!Paragraph 7: How would you feel if your parents controlled who you could date? If your current relationship is based on romantic love (open/free marriage) do you think you have a better chance of survival verses an arranged marriage?Paragraph 8: Conclusion or Summary
