In a social experiment, a sign was put up inviting people to take money if they were in need or to contribute if they could. The experiment attracted various individuals, some of whom took money while explaining their difficult situations, and others contributed to the cause. The initiator of the experiment expressed happiness in being able to help and connect with kind-hearted people, regardless of the authenticity of the stories shared by those who took money. The overall sentiment was one of community support and generosity.
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1. An experiment was conducted to help people in need by putting up a sign with money and a message asking people to take what they want if they have nowhere to sleep or eat.
2. The sign had approximately 1500-2000 pesos on it.
3. A man in red was the first person to take money from the sign, taking a 500 peso bill.
4. He explained that he had been looking for a job for a year and was struggling to make ends meet.
5. A woman and her son took money from the sign, and she explained that they needed it to eat.
6. A group of girls took money from the sign, but later returned and explained that they were collecting money for a cause.
7. A man in a wheelchair took money from the sign, but the narrator didn't get a chance to ask him why.
8. A man explained that he had been living on the street for 2 years and had no job, and that he had been beaten by his family members.
9. A woman left money on the sign, and when asked why, she said that she had been in a similar situation before and wanted to help.
10. The experiment attracted people of all ages and backgrounds, including children, adults, and elderly people.
11. Some people took photos of the sign, while others ignored it or simply walked by.
12. The narrator was glad to be able to help those in need and hopes that the money was used for good purposes.