四、阅读短文，回答问题
You may have your own idea about spending money. But you should also learn how to spend money wisely because money doesn’t come easy.
When you are thinking of buying something you want, run through this checklist (清单) first.
How much do you really want it?
Seeing a 25 chocolate, Ben wants it. But after thinking about it, he says to himself, “I would like it only for a day or two. Also, I can’t eat that much chocolate.”
Do you still want it a week later?
After asking yourself the first question, if you still want the thing very much, try to wait for some time to see how strong the desire (欲望) is. This way works for grown-ups (成年人) too!
Do you have enough money?
After the first two questions, Ben finds he really wants a toy pirate ship (海盗船), but it costs 50. He has 20 in his pocket. He has to save a lot to buy it.
Are there ways to make money?
Ben agrees to wash the clothes at 10 dollars each week. So he gets 10 for himself and clean clothes for the rest of the family.
Can you get it cheaper (更便宜的)?
After deciding (决定) to buy it, you should look for cheaper ways. Check (查看) online or in other shops. Sometimes you can find the same thing at a lower (更低的) price.
If the advice works well, it can save you a lot of money. You can be a smart shopper.
1. Does Ben buy the 25 chocolate at last?
No, he doesn’t.
2. How many pieces of advice are there in the passage?
Five.
3. How can we usually find a lower price of the same thing?
By checking online or in other shops.
4. What can we learn from the passage?
How to shop in a wise way./How to spend money wisely./How to be a smart shopper.
5. Do you think students need to work for pocket money? And why do you think so?
Yes, I do. Because in this way students will know money doesn’t come easy and they should manage it wisely.
