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IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Ageing

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Advantages and Disadvantages EssayTask 2

One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

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Opinion EssayTask 2

Modern medical science has made it possible to combat many diseases. This is one reason that people are living longer lives now than they did in the past. Discuss the effects this might have on society.

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Two-Part Question EssayTask 2

As a result of medical sciences, the average life expectancy is increasing for men and women. Do you think most people see it as a positive development? What are disadvantages of the ageing population for individuals and society?

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Opinion EssayTask 2

In some countries, the average worker is obliged to retire at the age of 50, while in others people can work until they are 65 or 70. Meanwhile, we see some politicians enjoying power well into their eighties. Clearly, there is little agreement on an appropriate retirement age. Until what age do you think people should be encouraged to remain in paid employment?

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Opinion EssayTask 2

The older generation often holds some traditional ideas on the correct way of life, thoughts and behaviour. Some people think these traditional ideas are not helpful for the young generations to prepare for modern life. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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