B2 – Upper Intermediate
For millions of people around the world, the United States is known as the land of milk and honey. The “American Dream” is something that many aspire to live. There is however, a side to America that people do not know about.
From fast food workers to shuttle bus drivers, many Americans aren’t able to afford housing or pay the bills on current wages. For many, working three jobs is not enough to make ends meet.
Watch the video to learn more about the struggles of the common American.
Discussion Questions:
1. What is the video all about? What problems average Joes are confronted with these days? How does it compare to the plights of the middles class in your country?
2. What is the difference between the American middle class in the 70’s/80’s and today? Also talk about how it was and is like in your country in this context.
3. Talk about the gap between the rich and poor in your own country. How do you think this gap can be bridged?