Prom is nothing more than a fancy dance party. And yet, it is an event most people look forward to, to enjoy and to look back to as a high school memory. I'm looking forward to prom because I think prom is like a pre-graduation celebration. I like the idea of a little party after 4 years of studying and stressing about colleges. I think the reason why people make it such a big deal is because we want to do something with everyone involved as a school before seperating to different paths in life. I think that is also the reason why we're obsessed with taking photos of prom. I also think though, that maybe I'm being pressured to go to prom because society makes a big deal out of it. My mother is excited about my prom and wants me to go so I can 'have great memories with high school friends.' I also feel as though if I don't go, there will be people who'll ask why I didn't go to my prom--and I would end up regretting not going. Our culture is obsessed with the idea of that one in a lifetime event. I don't find this opinion wrong in any way though.
I just find some aspects of prom a little too much though. I don't understand why so much money have to be put into one day. I don't think its necessary, and yet we are pressured to look our best. There is also the dominant belief that everyone needs a prom date. At first I was also affected by that pressure but at this point I am content with not having a 'date'. I look forward to the event regardless because I'll still be able to have a fun time with friends and classmates. I think prom should not be so hectic as society makes it seem. It shouldn't even have a huge name like 'prom.' I think a dance party with everyone just to have fun is a better idea than just being pressured to have escorts and spend hundreds of dollars to look amazing.
Questions:
1. Where did prom orignate? What started prom?
2. Is there a less stresful but still memorable alternative than 'prom'?
3. What other events do other countries do to celebrate the closing senior year?
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