The intended bride does not reply immediately. Normally, she would take about a week to give her decision. This gives her family time to think it over and for both parties to get to know each other and discuss points of contention about the marriage contract. The proposal is solemnised-by the presentation of a ring. After the proposal is accepted, the bride's family sends a group of relatives to the groom's family to confirm the acceptance of the proposal. Thereafter, a date is set for the formal engagement ceremony. and the wedding preparations begin.