In many countries today insufficient respect is shown to older people. What do you think may be the reasons for this? What problems might this cause in society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.
As people live longer and longer, the idea of cloning human beings in order to provide spare parts is becoming a reality. The idea horrifies most people, yet it is no longer mere science fiction. To what extent do you agree with such a procedure? Have you any reservations?
Nowadays more and more older people who need employment compete with the younger people for the same jobs. What problems does this cause? What are the solutions?
Nowadays in many countries, young people don’t communicate with older people as much as they used to. Why is this happening? How could this situation be improved?
Mobile phones and the internet are very useful. However, it is rare for old people to use them. What ways could mobile phones and the internet be useful to old people? How do the old people to be encouraged using this new technology?
Young people often have ideas or attitudes that are different to those of their parents or grandparents. How do ideas and attitudes differ between generations in your society? Do you think that these differences cause any problems?
Nowadays more and more older people who are looking for work have to compete with younger people for the same jobs. What problems does this cause? What are some possible solutions?
Some old people today struggle with the use of modern technologies such as smartphones and computers. What is the cause of this? What are some possible solutions?