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Hey everyone, welcome back to Tangerine Academy. Today, we have a very interesting question for you: What could you do if you had $1 million? Could you buy a house, travel the world, or help others? Let's go find out what our students and teachers say. But remember, speak in English. This is your chance to dream and practice.

Hi, Miguel. Quick question for you. If you had $1 million today, what would you do with it?

Oh man, that's a hard question. But, okay, let me think. If I had $1 million, first, I wouldn't spend it all at once. I could be smart. I think the first thing I would do is help my parents. They have worked so hard all their lives. My dad still wakes up at 5 in the morning to go to his construction job. My mom sells food from home. So, I could buy them a house. A nice, comfortable house. Nothing super crazy, just something where they can finally relax.

That's a beautiful answer. You take care of your family first.

Absolutely. Family comes first. After that, okay, this may sound funny, but I'd open a food truck business. I love cooking. Like, I really love it. I always dream about having a small burger or a taco truck where people line up because the food is so good. I'd invest some of the money into learning more about food, maybe even travel to different countries and learn how they cook.

Nice. That's practical and creative. So, you'd become an entrepreneur.

Yes. But I'd also save a big part of the money. I don't want to be rich for one year and then poor again. I'll try to make it grow. Maybe talk to a financial advisor, someone who knows how to manage money. That way, I could make sure my future family is safe, too.

Okay. Now, let's ask a teacher, Mr. Thomas, if you had $1 million, what would you do?

Wow, that's a fun question. Let's see. First of all, I think I'd do something most people don't expect. I wouldn't buy a fancy car or a big house immediately. What I would do is take a long break. As a teacher, I could take one year off to travel the world with my wife.

That sounds amazing. Any specific places?

Yes, I'd love to go to Japan, Iceland, Morocco, and Argentina. I believe that travel teaches you more than any book, and I've been teaching for years. I need fresh ideas, new inspiration. I could visit schools in other countries too, to learn how they teach English and maybe bring those ideas back.

So, in a way, you'd still be working, just learning instead of teaching.

Exactly. Also, I could start a small project for students who can't afford English classes. Maybe a foundation or a free YouTube channel where I teach English in a new, simple way for kids in rural areas. Education changes lives. If I can use my money to give someone else a better chance, I think that could be a good way to use it.

All right, Daniel, your turn. $1 million lands in your bank account today. What do you do?

Okay, let me be honest. I'd freak out at first. I mean, come on. It's a million dollars. But once I calm down, here's what I'd do. First, I'd invest a big portion. I'd start a business. I know that money that just sits in the bank loses value. I'd buy some real estate, maybe small apartments to rent. Passive income is key in 2025.

Smart. You're already thinking like a millionaire.

I try. Then, I'd start building my startup idea. I've had this app idea for years. It's a language exchange app with real-time AI translation and video matching. People from different countries can talk, learn languages, and share culture. I'd use part of the money to develop that app, hire a small team, and launch it.

Wow, that's modern. That sounds like something people could use today.

Exactly. I think the best way to use a big opportunity like $1 million is to create something that lasts, something that helps others and grows over time. And of course, I'd keep a little for fun. Maybe a trip with friends or a new laptop. But the goal is to multiply it, not waste it.

Hey, Alejandra. Same question, my friend. What would you do if you had $1 million?

Wow. I've never really thought about that, but okay. Honestly, I think I could take care of my grandparents first. They raised me when my parents had to leave to work in another country. They gave me everything: love, support, food. Even when we had nothing. So, I could first buy them a house near the beach. They always dreamed about living near the sea where it's peaceful and quiet. I would want them to live their last years with joy.

That's really touching. You're thinking with your heart.

Yes. Because I know money can disappear fast. But making someone happy like that, it's forever. Then, I could invest in green energy, maybe solar panels or wind farms. I study engineering, and I care a lot about the planet. I want to use technology to solve problems, not to create them. And with $1 million, maybe I could start something small that makes a difference.

Very impressive. Do you think you'd change if you were rich?