You will have 20 minutes to plan, write and revise an essay about the
topic below. Your response will be judge on how well you develop a position, organize your ideas, present supporting
details, and control the elements of standard written English. You should write 200-300 words.
As a result of advances in medical care, average life expectancy is increasing for men and women. Do you think most people will see this as a positive development? What are the disadvantages of an ageing population for individuals and society? Support your point of view with reasons and/or examples from your own experience or observations.