Civilization: Difference Between The Rich And The Poor

Since the beginning of civilization there has been the distinct difference between the rich and the poor. In rural areas, people who owned land or possessed large amounts of cattle were considered rich. The children of the rich undoubtedly anticipated inheriting these possessions so they could have the best and maintain an above average lifestyle. Depending on the person’s religious background, the number of wives, one man had determined his status. The less fortunate or the poor, barely had any land or owned no land at all. Sometimes owning more than a few cattle was a luxury. Their children inherit little or nothing. Consequently, they marry a lowly wife or cannot find a wife. These are only a few historical examples of how the differences …show more content…
The rich are sent to the private school at a very young age, then sent to boarding school. Their children are groomed to the take over their parent 's business and do not have to worry about going to college. Washington Post reporter writes that rich high school dropouts remain in the top about as much as poor college grads stay stuck in the bottom (O’Brien). However, the poor do not have that luxury. They mostly drop out of high school or get their GED. They are dependent on public help such as welfare and have many unmet needs for the necessities as an example like health care. This is a massive difference between rich and poor. I believe that this gap can be overcome with hard work and dedication in education.

In conclusion, the rich and poor are massively different and never will have many similarities. It 's evident that income, social class, and opportunities keep the rich and poor divided. These differences cause the lack of acceptance from both ends of the spectrum. The gap between the rich and poor grows each and every day in an economy that was set before our time. Unfortunately, it does not seem to be getting better but even more