The process of finding mates has undergone many changes throughout the ages. The protocols, rituals and personal values have been structured around the communities individuals have lived in. There were many differnt reasons for a couple to be bonded for life. Out of all the differnt ways to end up married 'til death do you part, which method do you think is most successful?

(I would be happy to elaborate on any aspect of the above paragraph. It's is a highly condensed summary that I would consider to be more of an outline for an eassy. Going into detail of each societal norm for match making.)