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The Ten Most Important Questions to Ask Before You Get Married
Don't get married without knowing your future spouse's thoughts on these issues that can kill a marriage. Compromise is usually not an option if the two of you disagree on these issues that can be deal breakers in a marriage.

Questions for Engaged Couples -- Questions to Discuss Before You Get Married
Many marriage education experts caution that when couples believe in the myths of "happily-ever-after" or "love conquers all", problems in the marital relationship may surface within a short time after the wedding. The success or failure of a relationship may hinge on how well the couple deals with issues such as finances, sexuality, communication, conflict, parenting, in-laws, leisure time, family of origin, spirituality, expectations, and chores.

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