A Distinctive Pattern in Marriage of Catholics Compared to Jews

A distinctive pattern in marriage of Catholics compared to Jews and Eastern Orthodox Christians was that ______________.

A) marriage was usually set at the onset of puberty
B) marriage had to be conducted according to a contract negotiated between both families and the Church
C) marriage was reserved until later, when each member could afford to establish a household
D) marriage was required within the community for stability
E) marriages could not be ended except by death