Talk about an interesting old person you metrecently

Part 3 Follow Up Questions

1. Do you think old people and young people can share the same interest?
   It may sometimes be difficult for old people and young people to share the same interests. Young
   people are generally more energetic, so they prefer outdoor sports, but old people can only play
   those games which are not physically trying. It would be wrong to say that they cannot share the
   same interest. They both can share the same interest in TV programs, movies, indoor games, etc.
2. What skills can the old teach the young?
   Old people today have seen a lot of changes in their lifetime. My grandfather has told me many
   stories of how difficult his life was when there were no vehicles and horses were used for
   transportation. He has also seen a lot of technological advancements. For example, the evolution of
   music started with radio and was followed by gramophones, cassette players, cd’s and dvd’s, and
   finally IPods and Mobile Phones. The most important life skills such as adaptability, versatility and
   openness to change, can be taught by the old to the young.
3. What skills can the young teach the old?
   Young people are faster at learning about modern technology and better at operating gadgets. They
   can definitely teach these skills to old people. Also, since young people are now entering various
   businesses, other young people understand them and can do a better job of negotiating prices of
   goods and services. This too is an important skill for old people who are always keen to get a good
   bargain.
4. Do you think the old people should live with their family?
   Ideally they should. But, if not possible for some reasons, they should be in old age homes and not
   live alone. Living alone can be dangerous for them.
5. Do you think the old and the young can have the same interests?
   It may sometimes be difficult for old people and young people to share the same interests. Young
   people are generally more energetic, so they prefer outdoor sports, but old people can only play
   those games which are not physically trying. It would be wrong to say that they cannot share the
   same interest. They both can share the same interest in TV programs, movies, indoor games, etc.
6. Do you think people are more selfish or self-centred than in the past?
   I don’t think so. People are more ambitious and busier than in the past. As a result, people don’t
   have much free time to help their friends or family members. I don’t think that’s being selfish, its
   just prioritising work.