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Ageing Populations & RetirementL07
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Use of English

Transformation, word formation and precision work in Cambridge C1 style.

50 minC1c1use_of_englishageing-populations-retirementretirementageingpensionsword formation

Lesson objectives

  • Improve grammatical precision and collocational control.
  • Practise exam-style transformations and word formation systematically.
  • Connect structure and lexis back to the unit theme of ageing populations & retirement.

Part 1 — Word formation

Instructions: Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in CAPITALS at the end of each line.

  1. The rapidly ageing population in many developed nations presents a significant _____ to the sustainability of pension schemes. ECONOMIC
  2. Many retirees find that the sudden loss of a structured routine can lead to feelings of _____ in their daily lives. ISOLATE
  3. It is often argued that the _____ of experience among older workers is an invaluable asset to any company. WISDOM
  4. Governments are looking for ways to make the transition to retirement more _____ for those who wish to continue working part-time. SUIT
  5. The _____ of the workforce due to an ageing demographic is a growing concern for global policymakers. SHRINK
  6. Some people believe that retirement should be seen as a period of _____ rather than a decline in productivity. REJUVENATE
  7. There is an increasing _____ on the need to reform healthcare systems to accommodate older citizens. EMPHASIS
  8. Despite the challenges, many elderly people maintain a remarkable level of _____ and vitality. RESILIENT

Part 2 — Key word transformations

Instructions: Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given.

1. Although it is true that some people struggle with retirement, many find it to be a rewarding phase of life. | ADMITTEDLY Many people find retirement rewarding, ______ that some struggle.

2. Older people often have more life experience, whereas younger employees tend to be more tech-savvy. | CONTRAST In ____ with younger employees, older people often have more life experience. 3. He decided to retire early; he wanted to spend more time travelling the world. | HENCE He decided to retire early, ____ to spend more time travelling the world. 4. We need to rethink our pension plans. In other words, we need to make them more flexible. | PUT We need to rethink our pension plans; ____ we need to make them more flexible. 5. The cost of living is rising, so it is becoming harder for pensioners to make ends meet. | HENCE The cost of living is rising, ____ it is becoming harder for pensioners to make ends meet. 6. While the economy is growing, the elderly population is still facing financial difficulties. | ADMITTEDLY ______ the economy is growing, the elderly population is still facing financial difficulties.

Answer key

  1. challenge
  2. isolation
  3. wisdom
  4. suitable
  5. shrinkage
  6. rejuvenation
  7. emphasis
  8. resilience
  9. admittedly
  10. contrast
  11. hence his decision
  12. to put it differently
  13. hence
  14. Admittedly