I was given an assignment by my english teacher. It involves writing to a girl called Samantha. Samantha has money problems, and the task is to reassure her and tell her ways she could spend her time without having to spend money. How shall I start my essay? And how shall I write ways she could spend her time without having to spend money?
2006-08-27 00:13:24 · 6 answers · asked by Mayy.]] 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
You could start with something like this: "Put away that credit card, Samantha. There are better (and cheaper) things to do with your time."
Just let it flow after that.
2006-08-27 00:16:58 · answer #1 · answered by DizzyG 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I am assuming Samantha has a job. The first rule is to pay yourself first, i.e., put the money in a safe place, money market, 401k. Secondly, tell Samantha to allocate money for rent ,utilities, food. These are the basics. If she has a car, and it's probably new, she must get a used car, or rely on public transportation. Thirdly, she does not have to have the latest styles in clothes, or electronic devices such as I-Pods.She also needs to stop using credit cards immediately. She can save her money to go to community colleges to improve skills she's good at. This plan will not happen overnight, so she needs to have patience. A second job might be feasible to get her back on her feet. Cleaning houses can bring in food money.If she has a plan, furthers her education, she will be out of debt. It can be done because I've had personal experience with Samantha's problem, and am living proof that it works.
2006-08-27 07:43:47 · answer #2 · answered by hollyltstarfleet 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You may start like as follows:
"Samantha, don't get worried about the money problems. I know you are a brave girl and have the abilities to fight these hard times. Spend your time in creative or social work activities. The real wealth lies in the knowledge, skills and abilities you have. Use them to our advantage....."
2006-08-27 07:28:01 · answer #3 · answered by wisener 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pretend Samantha is your own little sister, or your daughter. And pretend that so far, her only way to get money is through you. And you don't have enough.
So start thinking. And write whatever comes to mind.
2006-08-30 22:48:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
first stop and think of the many ways there are to spend your time without spending money. Then just put your thoughts and feelings on paper
2006-08-27 07:22:17 · answer #5 · answered by mr. Bob 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check the newspaper or city hall to find info on things to see and do in town that are free, and suggest those. Also- find where she can get free credit counseling to help the financial issues.
2006-08-27 07:18:08 · answer #6 · answered by GratefulDad 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋