22. Is Longer Life Expectancy a Good Thing? - a podcast by Lilie King

Due to advances in science, it is now possible for people to live to 100 years old or even longer. While some people think it is a good thing, others do not agree. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

 

Keywords

live to 100 years old or even longer

longer life spans

longer life expectancy

longevity

people over 100

the very old

 

Topic Specific Words

more satisfied with their later years/lives.

an increased satisfaction in later life

 

near the end of their lives

regretful for

 

heavier financial burdens

more stressed about money

more financially stressed

 

budget money for

medical care services

pension schemes

allocate money to/for

Further episodes of IELTS Writing Podcast

Further podcasts by Lilie King

Website of Lilie King