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Some people think that financial disparity affects friendship. What do you
Some people think that financial disparity affects friendship. What do you
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2024-11-26
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Some people think that financial disparity affects friendship. What do you think? Write an essay of about 400 words.
In the first part of your essay you should state clearly your main argument, and in the second part you should support your argument with appropriate details. In the last part you should bring what you have written to a natural conclusion or make a summary.
You should supply an appropriate title for your essay.
Marks will be awarded for content, organization, grammar and appropriateness. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.
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Financial Disparity: Not a Barrier for Friendship
With the development of market economy in China arise the income gaps between people working in different fields; some earn good money; some make ends meet; some others live on narrow means. On top of many social problems this financial disparity may cause, there is its bad influence on friendship. The assumption seems reasonable, but we may find it does not really hold water by taking a close look into the subject.
First of all, true and lasting friendship is built on common values, pursuits, or hobbies rather than similar incomes. Friends are those who agree with your life views and stick to the same principles, those who encourage you when you lack confidence in meeting challenges and pursuing your dream, and those who share your interests and appreciate your tastes. Indeed, what strengthens the emotional bonds between you and your pals is not the same amount of wealth but spiritual commonality. Of course, with similar financial backgrounds, you will probably know better about each other’s life style, but the difference in this aspect will not matter if you are mutually appreciated, needed and trusted. The friendship between Marx and Engels—the two German revolutionists—is a case in point. The former was often in debt while the latter was well-off, yet the same socialist dream drew them together and made them friends forever.
Moreover, financial disparity between friends does not cause trouble because each of them usually lives a self-reliant life. Different from a married couple who have common properties, budget and spend their income together, even very close friends live on their own finances. For instance, though we exchange ideas with and confide secrets to our friends, we will never rely on them for a comfortable life, no matter how rich they are. Admittedly, there are times when we may go out for fun or to dinner together with friends, however, whether they are richer or poorer than us, we can definitely find a place suitable for all rather than one beyond somebody’s means.
It is claimed that people with different financial backgrounds have different social contacts and accordingly, as friends, will get estranged sooner or later. It is true in some cases, but bosom friends are not those who you get in touch with every day. Good friends are those who lend their hands to you when you fall into trouble. Just as the old saying goes, a friend in need is a friend indeed. Hence, despite their distinct material life, the rich and the poor can maintain their friendship as long as they still care about, understand and support each other.
To sum up, financial disparity will not affect friendship when people have common spiritual pursuits, lead an independent life and stand by each other for better or worse. It might be quite safe to say that money is not the barrier but the touchstone of real friendship.
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