Successful marriages have all of the following characteristics except:
a. good communication
b. good debating skills
c. shared values and interests
d. commitment

The answer is C. Good debating skills will never be a characteristic for successful marriage. Marriage is  The answer is C. Good debating skills will never be a characteristic for successful marriage. Marriage is the union of two persons committing to be together until death. In order for marriage to be successful, the most important thing is good communication and sharing everything about oneself to his/her partner. Through this, one will understand and know how to deal with his/her partner. Marriage is not about being more powerful than your partner instead it is understanding and supporting each other through life.