More Money / More Problems

This English Lesson will focus on money and wealth inequality in the modern world. Let's discuss if money is a good measure of success or happiness and if having more can make life harder or easier.

Check out this TED talk:
https://www.ted.com/talks/chrystia_freeland_the_rise_of_the_new_global_super_rich#t-380094

Check out the article:
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1901/190123-wealth-inequality-m.html

"Rule No.1: Never lose money. Rule No.2: Never forget rule No.1. "
- Warren Buffett
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Questions

• Which is more fun: saving money or spending money? Why?
•  What is the most expensive thing you ever bought?
•  How can people become rice? Poor?
•  How do you spend your money; Cash? Credit card? Cell phone? App?
•  Do you think there should be a limit on the amount of income you can earn?
•  Have you ever lost a lot of money at one time? Had money stolen? How did you feel?
•  What do you think of tipping culture?
•  Do you ever give money to charities or organizations that help others?
•  How to you feel about taxes?
•  Is money the most important thing in life?

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