Advantages & DisadvantagesSociety & Social Issues
In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages?
Cover both sides, then say clearly which outweighs — your answer belongs in the introduction and the conclusion.
Pick an angle — two ways to answer, prepared for this prompt
Preparing two angles for this prompt — about 10 seconds. You can start your own notes meanwhile.
Build your paragraphs — your notes, in your words
Introduction
~40 words
Your answer in one line
Body 1
~110 words
Main idea
Why / how
Example
Body 2
~110 words
Main idea
Why / how
Example
Conclusion
~35 words
Restate + final position — no new ideas
Your plan stays next to each paragraph while you write.