Sandra, a 20-year-old student, found out that she was pregnant.Due to religious beliefs, her parents discouraged her from obtaining an abortion and forced her to get married.Such a marriage is referred to as a(n)________.

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A shotgun marriage is a marriage that results from an unplanned pregnancy, which often leads to the couple feeling compelled to get married quickly. This is usually due to societal or familial pressure, and not necessarily because they are ready or willing to make such a commitment.

Sandra, a 20-Year-Old Student, Found Out That She Was Pregnant