ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Affluence in the United States

Okay kiddo, today we are going to talk about a big word called "affluence" which means having a lot of money and being rich.

In the United States, some people have a lot of money while others don't have as much. The people who have a lot of money can buy houses, cars, toys and many things that they want, while people who don't have a lot of money may not be able to afford these things.

Having a lot of money is not something that happens overnight. People work hard, study, and save their money to become rich. However, some are born into wealthy families, and they have access to opportunities that help them become richer.

Even though some people are very wealthy, not everyone is lucky enough to be born into a rich family. People who don't have a lot of money still have opportunities to succeed and live a happy life.

It's important to remember that having money isn't the only measure of success. There are many ways to live a good life, and it's up to each person to find their own path to happiness.