In about 200 words, write a conversation between:
Your younger brother who wants his pocket money increased and your father who thinks
he’s getting enough.
Answers
Your younger brother enters the room with an expression of annoyance and pain on his face.
You: Hey, Manav, why are you looking down?
Younger Brother: Nothing much! Father has refused to increase my pocket money. The one I get every month is not sufficient. It gets over within a week.
You: Well, what did the father say?
Younger Brother: He chided me for demanding the raise! He said I am already getting enough! He says he cannot spare more as he has to take care of all the family members.
You: Well, if father has said so, he must be right. He is more experienced than all of us. We look at our own problem; he has to look after and provide for the entire family. You must spend your pocket money sparingly and thriftily. You know money is always limited; our wants and desires are unlimited.
Younger Brother: I will try to follow your advice; actually I finish my pocket money because of my friends. They make me spend more and always reluctant to spend their money.
You: You should be wise. You should not let others exploit you or take advantage of your resources. I hope you are not hurt any more!
Younger Brother: Dad, I would like to have some more pocket money from the following month.
Dad: But, why son? I am already giving you Rs.200/- per month and I think that is more than enough for a 13-year-old.
Brother: I am not able to buy even my favorite game. All my favorite items cost much more than my pocket money.
Dad: Then, I think I am doing the right thing. You have to learn to live within your means.
Brother: Does that mean I should not have what I would like to own?
Dad: You can definitely have them. But, only if you really need them and those things do not harm anyone.
Brother: So, I understand you will definitely not give me some more money.
Dad: Exactly, but I can help you get your favorite game with your pocket money.
Brother: How do I do it? Please tell me.
Dad: It is very simple. Instead of spending your pocket money fully every month on trivial things, save part of it every month. If possible, even a full month’s earning. Then, when you get your allowance next month, you will have more than before. Do this for a few months till you have enough for your game. Then you can buy what you want.
Brother: That is a wonderful idea, Dad. I will surely do what you say. Thank you very much for the advice.