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Question
Write conversation on the following situation.
Between a father and a son on choice of a career
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Solution
| Father | Why don’t you take up B.E Information Technology? |
| Son | Dad, I am interested in music. |
| Father | It is good for entertainment. Will it give you a steady income? |
| Son | Dad, let me master music. I passionately love people. I may become a good musician. |
| Father | All can’t become like A.R. Rehman or Ilayara Raja. |
| Son | Dad, let me be myself. |
| Father | You are my only son. Will I suggest something bad for you? |
| Son | Dad, please suggest the dress in which I will look better. Suggest the food item which would suit me better. But, career option, please leave it to me. |
| Father | Do you really believe you can shine in the field of music? |
| Son | Dad, faith is life. Music is just not entertainment. |
| Father | OK. It is your life. Go to music college. |
| Son | Thanks, Dad. |
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