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3.1 Traditional & Local Entertainment
| Activity | Description |
|----------|-------------|
| Family karaoke | Singing old Malay, Indonesian, or regional songs (e.g., dangdut, keroncong). Mertua often leads; menantu applauds. |
| Watching TV dramas | Soap operas (sinetron) or telenovelas become conversation starters about family values. |
| Board games/cards | Dominoes, catur (chess), or congklak (traditional mancala). Light gambling (e.g., poker coins) is common. |
| Religious gatherings | Pengajian (Quran recitation), tahlilan, or temple prayers – menantu participates to show respect. |
| Farming/gardening | In rural areas, tending plants or livestock together is both labor and leisure. |
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