Hanoi Groom's English Exam: A Love Test Before Wedding
A Unique Wedding Tradition in Hanoi In a small commune in Hanoi, a 25-year-old man named Nhat Ninh found himself facing an unusual challenge before he could take his bride to their wedding. On the morning of October 16, Ninh arrived at the bride’s house in Tam Hung Commune to ask for her parents’ permission to marry. What followed was a unique twist on a traditional ceremony that left both the couple and onlookers impressed. The Traditional Setting The event started off as expected, following the customs of Vietnamese weddings. However, instead of a simple exchange of words or gifts, Ninh was met with a surprise. Before he could proceed, he was handed paper, pens, headphones, and an English quiz. The bride, Quynh Huong, had set up a test that would determine whether she would accompany him to the ceremony. "I told him I had a challenge for him but kept it secret," said Huong. "The quiz was short so that we would not hold up the ceremony or keep the guests waiting....