Read the excerpt from Act III, scene iii of Romeo and Juliet.

Friar Laurence: Romeo, come forth; come forth, thou fearful man:
Affliction is enamour’d of thy parts,
And thou art wedded to calamity.

What is the meaning of the phrase "thou art wedded to calamity”?

You have not had enough disaster in your life.
You often have disaster around you.
Your marriage will be a complete disaster.
Your confusion is the cause of many disasters.

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The phrase "thou art wedded to calamity" means that you have become united or closely associated with disaster and misfortune. In this context, it suggests that Romeo is continually facing hardships and has become accustomed to suffering and misfortune in his life. Therefore, the best interpretation from the options provided is:

You often have disaster around you.

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