IELTS speaking should be practiced more at ordinary times, and you can say a little about any topic, so that you won't be flustered during the exam. Although the topics of the elderly are not difficult, some topics are relatively uncommon, so we should make our knowledge have no dead ends. For example, if you don't know much about the life of the elderly in America, it will be more difficult.

The life of the elderly in China and the West;

It is a common tradition for children to live with their parents in China.

Parents, until they get married, usually children still live with their parents.

After they got married.

In China, it is common for children to live with their parents all the time before marriage, and many people still live with their parents after marriage.

In China, grandparents live with their families and look after their children.

Grandchildren when their parents are working.

China's grandparents have always lived together as a family. When their children go to work together, they look after their grandchildren.

In North America, the elderly usually live alone. If they're too old

Take care of yourself, or if they are really old and over 75, then they

Usually live in an old people's home, a nursing home or a special apartment.

Designed for senior people.

In North America, the elderly usually live alone. If they are too old to take care of themselves, or they are over 70 years old, such as 75 years old, they will live in nursing homes, nursing homes or apartments with comprehensive facilities designed and built for the elderly.

I really think living with my parents after marriage.

This is good for children's stability, and it will also make parents feel that they are a.

An important part of the family.

I really know why living with old people can make children feel stable, and at the same time make old people feel that they are still an important member of the family.

It seems that it depends on the wealth of a family.

Whether we are married or not.

Whether to live with parents after marriage seems to depend on the wealth of a family.

This is a trouble in some cases. Living with different people

Generations are not always easy. It needs some sacrifice and tolerance.

The behavior of others.

In some cases, this is also very troublesome. It is not always easy for generations to live together, which requires making some sacrifices and tolerating other people's behavior.

In China, it is often the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law who don't understand

Good, until the two sides agree to separate. This is social.

It is acceptable if young couples help old couples in a necessary way.

Well, for example, when parents are strong enough to live independently.

Children will help when necessary. When parents are too old to bear

Take care of themselves. They should move back to Children's Home.

Food and clothing are safe.

In China, the relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law is often bad, as long as both parties agree to separate. Society can accept this practice as long as the young couple can help the two old people in the necessary way. Well, for example, when parents are strong enough to live independently, children only help when needed. Parents are old and can't take care of themselves, so let them move back to their children's homes and get thoughtful care of their food, clothing, housing and transportation.

A common impression of the elderly in America is that they are usually "locked up"

Forgotten in a nursing home. In fact, only about 5% people live in

Some kind of institution. More than half of people aged 65 or above live together or near.

At least one of their children. Most elderly people live alone.

Take care of yourself. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 75% of people own it.

Their own home. /kloc-More than 0.0 million elderly people live in retirement communities.

These provide food, entertainment, companionship, medical care and

Safe environment.

The stereotype of American elderly people is "sent" to nursing homes and then forgotten. However, in fact, only 5% people live in such institutions, and more than half of the elderly aged 65 or above live with their children or near one of their children. Most elderly people take care of themselves. According to the US Census Bureau, 75% of them own their own houses, and more than one million elderly people live in retirement communities, which provide food, entertainment, friendship, medical care and a safe environment for residents.

About the generation gap:

An important reason for the generation gap in China today is that

Young people have the opportunity to choose their own way of life. In the past,

China is more traditional. When children grow up, they are expected to live.

In the same area as their parents, marry people they know.

Agree with and often continue family career. But now, more and more

Many young people often travel long distances to get an education.

Leave home at a very young age and marry or live with their parents.

Parents have never met and chosen a career different from theirs.

Parents.

In addition, the speed of change in China is another reason.

The gap between two generations. In the past, the value of the elderly was

Their wisdom, but now a lifetime of knowledge may become outdated overnight.

Young people and old people seem to live in two completely different worlds.

Different skills and abilities.

Look what you got from the death of an old man:

At the age of 82, he was ready to die, and I was ready to let him leave, so that his

The suffering will eventually end. We laughed, cried, shook hands and told each other.

It's time for our love and consent. I said, "Dad, after you leave, I want one.

Your signs show that you are fine, "he said absurdly with a smile; dad

Don't believe in reincarnation. I'm not sure I do, but I do.

Many experiences make me believe that I can get some signals from "others"

Side ".

My father and I are so closely linked that I can feel his heart attack.

His chest before he died. Later, I mourned the hospital, in their sterile

Wisdom, instead of letting me hold his hand, he slipped away.

At the age of 82, my father was dying. I'm ready, so that his pain can end. We laugh happily, we cry in pain, we hold each other's hands, we tell each other how much we love each other, and we face this parting moment calmly. I said, "Dad, after you leave, I want you to give me a signal that you are all right." Dad laughed off the ridiculous idea; He doesn't believe in reincarnation. However, I can't say I believe it, but I have a lot of experience, which makes me believe that I can learn from "that world"

"Get some signals.

I was so close to my father that at the moment of his death, I felt his heart failure in my chest. Later, I was very sad: when my father died quietly, the medical staff wouldn't let me hold his hand to prevent infection.

On the problem of aging (aging tide)

Respect for the elderly is a long-standing virtue. That's why their own bodies

And blood should take care of them.

Happiness/farewell is one thing, because seniors will lead more.

A comfortable life.

About the elderly in the United States (comparable to the elderly in China)

We all like to imagine ourselves getting smarter, not just getting older. most

We also like to observe the miracle of others' growth. For example,

It makes us proud to see our children grow up and learn new things.

We all like to imagine that we can become smarter, not just older. Most of us also prefer to observe the miracle of others' growth. It makes us proud to see our children grow up and learn new things.

In America, which is dominated by young people, getting old is not pleasant for people.

Culture. Most Americans like to look young, act young and feel young. As the old

As the saying goes, "You are as young as you think you are." Old people will joke about how many

They are a few years younger, not how old. People in some countries

Regard the elderly as a source of experience and wisdom. But Americans seem to prefer it

Those who are young, or at least "young at heart"

In America, a youth-centered society, aging is not a pleasant thing for people. Most Americans want to look young, act young and feel young. As an old saying goes, "You are as young as you think you are. Old people often joke about how old they are when they say their age.

A few years younger, not how old.

. In some cultures, people regard the elderly as a source of experience and wisdom, but Americans seem to prefer young people, or at least people with a "young heart".

Many older Americans find that the "golden age" is not golden at all.

Economically, "senior citizens" often struggle to make ends meet.

Retirement-usually at the age of 65-will bring about a sharp drop in personal income.

Social security benefits usually can't make up the difference. Older people may

Malnutrition, poor medical and housing conditions. Some people even go through aging.

Discrimination. 1987, American sociologist Pat Moore dressed up as an old man.

People, wandering in the city streets. She is often treated rudely-even cheated.

It was robbed. However, dressed as a young man, she got more respect. about

Of course, not all elderly Americans have such negative experiences. But old.

It does bring unique challenges.

Many elderly people in the United States feel that their "golden age" is not golden at all. Economically, the elderly often find it difficult to make a living. Retirement-usually at the age of 65-makes personal income plummet, but the benefits of the social security system can't make up for the difference. Old people often encounter problems in nutrition, medical care and living environment. Some people even encounter the problem of age discrimination. 1987, Pat Moore, an American sociologist, dressed as an old man and strolled in the street. As a result, most people were rude to her, even cheating or robbing her. But when she was young, people respected her very much. Of course, not all elderly Americans have such a bad experience, but they do encounter some special challenges when they are older.

Ironically, the elderly population in the United States is growing rapidly. Why?

People live longer. Fewer and fewer babies are born. And middle-aged "baby"

"Baby boomers" are rapidly entering the ranks of the elderly. America may soon become a country.

Local marketing experts who are "popular" with wrinkles have begun to pay attention to this problem.

More and more consumers. Even now, there are many elderly people.

Political power. The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) has more than

30 million members have great influence in Washington.

Unfortunately, the elderly population in the United States is increasing rapidly again. Why? Because people's life expectancy is getting longer and longer, the number of babies is decreasing. Those who were born in the baby boom and are now middle-aged will soon enter old age. I'm afraid America will soon become a wrinkled country. Marketing experts have begun to pay attention to this group of consumers with a growing population, and these elderly people are even quite powerful in politics today, because the American Association of Retired Persons has more than 30 million members and has considerable influence on Washington.

Despite the challenges, Americans in their twilight years

Generally refuse to give up life. They found all kinds of ways to keep

They are very active. To help them stay in shape, they may join the pedestrian club in the shopping center.

Fitness programs or even the "Old Age Olympics" can be enjoyed for hours.

Entertainment in senior centers and adult amusement parks. Many people signed up for it.

Continuing education programs to maintain their mental skills.

Even in the face of challenges, elderly Americans in their twilight years are usually reluctant to give up their lives. They seek various ways to make themselves more energetic. In order to keep fit, they take part in walking clubs in shopping centers, fitness classes and even the Olympic Games for the elderly. They can stay for several hours in elderly centers and adult parks, and many people sign up for extended education to keep their intellectual skills.

About young people and old people:

Young people live in the present, not the past or the future.

Young people should be grateful to the older generation for creating a bright future.

Their wonderful life.

The older generation took part in two world wars. They face the real

Problems, but young people's lives are easier.