Imagine receiving a generous amount of money from a total stranger. How would that make you feel? This is exactly what happened to the small town of Thiberville as it becomes the unexpected beneficiary of an astounding amount of inheritance from a Parisian meteorologist who never once set foot in the town.
Let’s read the article and know more about the circumstances around this generous inheritance.
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does the phrase “to leave someone in disbelief” mean? “The unexpected inheritance amounts to five times the town’s annual budget, leaving officials and residents in disbelief.” Use it in a sentence.
- What does the word “windfall” mean in this context? “Mayor Guy Paris described the windfall as“exceptional” and shared that the town would manage the money carefully.” Use it in a sentence and give two synonyms.
- What does it mean to “fulfill a vow“? “His only wish was for his ashes to be placed in the town’s cemetery, a request the mayor has vowed to fulfill.” Use it in your own sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- What do you think of Roger Thiberville leaving $10 million to a town?
- What would you consider doing with your money if you didn’t have anyone to leave it to?
- What would you do if you unexpectedly inherited a huge amount of money?
- Who are some of the most generous people you’ve met? What makes them generous?
- What do you know about the laws on inheritance tax in your country?