What If Money Didn’t Exist?

Warm-Up: 1. Can you imagine a world where money doesn’t exist? 2. What would you miss the most if money disappeared tomorrow?

Money is one of the most powerful inventions in human history. It controls how we live, work, and survive. But what if it suddenly disappeared? Would life be fairer? Or would everything collapse into chaos?

Questions: 1. If money didn’t exist, what system would replace it? 2. Would people still compete for resources? 3. Would life become more equal — or just equally difficult? 4. Would professionals like doctors or engineers still work hard without money? 5. Would relationships become more genuine, or would survival destroy trust?

💰 Money Idioms: 1. Money talks 👉 Meaning: Money gives power and influence. 2. Time is money 👉 Meaning: Time is valuable, like money. 3. Cash cow 👉 Meaning: Something that produces a steady income. 4. Born with a silver spoon in one’s mouth 👉 Meaning: Born into wealth and privilege. 5. Money doesn’t grow on trees 👉 Meaning: Money is limited and hard to get.

💰 Money Idioms: 6. 6. In the red 👉 Meaning: Losing money, in debt. 7. Make ends meet 👉 Meaning: To have just enough money for basic needs. 8. Pay the price 👉 Meaning: To suffer the consequences. 9. Easy money 👉 Meaning: Money earned with little effort. 10. For a rainy day 👉 Meaning: Saving money for future problems.

🎭 Role-Play Activity: Life Without Money Student A = Farmer 🌾 Student B = Doctor 🩺 Student C = Teacher 📚

Farmer : “I grow rice and vegetables, but my son is sick. I need a doctor.” Doctor: “I can treat your son, but since there’s no money, what can you give me in return?” Farmer: “I can give you rice and vegetables every week for your family.” Doctor: “Deal! Now your son will be healthy.” Teacher: “I can teach your children how to read and write, but I also need food for my family.” Farmer: “I’ll give you rice every month if you teach my children.” Doctor: “And if you also teach my daughter, I’ll take care of your health for free.” Teacher: “Perfect! Then all of us help each other without money.”

Reflection Questions 1. Was this system fair? 2. What problems might happen in real life with this barter system? 3. Would people still feel equal, or would some have more power?