C1 – Advanced
In 1937, the book “Think and Grow Rich” was a big hit. Everybody wanted to be rich and the book gave tips on how to be so. Could it still be practical today? Read the article and express your thoughts about it.
Be ready to explain the different idiomatic expressions used in the article. Feel free to listen to the audio clip as well.
http://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/think-yourself-rich-or-try-saving/1906479.html
Discussion Questions:
1. What does the expression “Money is the root of all evil” mean?
2. How would you explain the phrase “Money makes the world go round”?
3. Do you consider yourself thrifty or a spendthrift?
4. What are the ways in which we can save money?