General English Level 3 V 3
UNIT 04 Money matters TOPIC 04 Health wealth and happiness
Reading READING 01b The best things in life are free
A group of young people are talking about life and happiness.

Is money important for happiness?

Yes, money is important. It is important because when you don't have money, you cannot do many things. Money gives you freedom to do what you want.
Svetlana
Yes, I think money is important but it is not the most important thing. You can't buy family and friends, so you can't buy happiness.
Eddie
No, I don't think money is important. Many rich people have everything, big houses, expensive cars, overseas holidays, but they don't feel good about themselves.
Maria
Yes, of course money is important. When you are poor, there are many things you can't have. I want to be rich so I can buy myself a nice house, go out to restaurants, travel…
Hiro
It is nice to have enough money but you can be poor and happy. For myself, it is more important that I enjoy what I do. Being rich is not my goal.
Pedro

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