#18 Money

Starting Point. Discuss the questions below.

What do you think these sayings about money mean? Do you have any similar sayings in your language?

• Money makes the world go round.
• Neither a borrower nor a lender be.
• The love of money is the root of all evil.
• Take care of the pennies and the pounds will take care of themselves.
• The rich get richer and the poor get poorer.
• Money can’t buy happiness, but you can rent it for a while.

Do you agree with these sayings? Do you disagree?

Focus on Vocabulary. Match the words with the correct meaning.

Focus on Listening. Watch the video. Read the transcript below if necessary.

You are going to listen to what happened to Stella Liebeck, from New Mexico, USA when she ordered a coffee with her takeaway meal.

Focus on Comprehension. Answer the questions below about the video.

Focus on Speaking. 

1. Have you ever:

• • been completely broke or hard-up?
  • paid or been offered a bribe?
  • paid a lot of money for something that turned out to be worthless?

2. Do you know anyone who:

• • is always in the redor skint?
  • is loaded?
  • is flashy with their money?
  • is very stingy with money?

3. What kind of people generally:

• • earn good tips?
  • get high pensions?
  • receive large alimony payments?
  • go bankrupt?