Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 3 Topic “Older People / Society” kèm từ vựng

• Loại câu hỏi: Cause – Effect

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Cause → Explanation → Result → Example → Conclusion

People are living longer because healthcare and living conditions have improved. Modern medicine helps people prevent and treat many serious diseases. As a result, life expectancy has increased in many countries. For example, older people today can manage health problems better than in the past. Overall, these changes have led to a growing elderly population worldwide.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Reason → Result → Example → Conclusion

Yes, I think an ageing population can create some negative effects for a country. One main reason is that there are fewer young people working and paying taxes. This can slow down economic growth. For example, companies may face a shortage of workers. In the long run, this can put pressure on the country’s economy.

• Loại câu hỏi: Explanation

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Idea → Explanation → Result → Example → Conclusion

An ageing population can place financial burdens on governments. Governments need to spend more money on healthcare and pensions for older people. This means higher public spending. For example, hospitals may need more doctors and long-term care services. As a result, governments may have less money for education or other public services.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion / Comparison

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Reason → Result → Example → Conclusion

I think it is generally better for children to live with their parents. Parents are usually more aware of their children’s daily needs and education. This helps children feel more secure and supported. For example, parents can spend more time guiding their children’s studies. Overall, living with parents is often more suitable for children’s development.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Reason 1 → Reason 2 → Example → Conclusion

In my opinion, older people should live with their children if possible. Living together allows them to receive emotional support and daily care. It also helps them feel less lonely. For example, elderly people can talk and spend time with family members every day. Therefore, living with children can improve their quality of life.

• Loại câu hỏi: Cause – Effect

• Cấu trúc: Cause → Explanation → Result → Example → Conclusion

I’d say the rise in the elderly population is mainly caused by improvements in healthcare and overall living conditions. Modern medicine allows people to control chronic diseases instead of dying from them at an early age. As a result, people tend to live longer and stay healthier for a greater part of their lives. For example, it is now quite common to see people in their seventies still working part-time, exercising regularly, or travelling abroad. Overall, longer life expectancy combined with lower birth rates has naturally led to ageing populations in many countries.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion (balanced)

• Cấu trúc: Opinion → Reason → Counterpoint → Example → Conclusion

Yes, an ageing population can cause certain problems, especially from an economic point of view. When the number of retired people increases, there are fewer working-age adults contributing through taxes and labour. However, I don’t think the impact is completely negative. In many cases, older people continue to contribute by sharing experience, doing voluntary work, or helping with childcare in families. That said, without effective policies, an ageing population can still put pressure on the workforce. Overall, whether it becomes a problem depends on how well governments respond to demographic changes.

• Loại câu hỏi: Explanation

• Cấu trúc: Idea → Explanation → Result → Example → Evaluation

The most significant burden is financial pressure on public services. Governments need to spend more money on healthcare, pensions, and long-term care for the elderly. This usually results in higher public spending and difficult decisions about national budgets. For example, some countries have already increased retirement ages or raised taxes to cover these costs. If such challenges are not handled carefully, governments may struggle to maintain economic growth while supporting social welfare.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion / Comparison

• Cấu trúc: Opinion → Reason → Counterpoint → Example → Conclusion

In general, I believe children are better off living with their parents. This is mainly because parents are usually more involved in their children’s education, discipline, and daily routines, which creates a stable environment. However, living with grandparents can also bring benefits, particularly emotional support and exposure to family traditions. For instance, grandparents often share stories, values, and cultural practices with children. Still, on balance, parents are usually better prepared to meet children’s long-term developmental needs.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion (nuanced)

• Cấu trúc: Opinion → Reason → Condition → Example → Conclusion

I think the best living arrangement depends largely on an older person’s health and personal situation. Living alone can give elderly people a sense of independence and self-respect, especially if they are still physically active. On the other hand, living with children often provides emotional comfort and practical support in daily life. For example, older people with health problems may feel safer when family members are close by. Ultimately, a flexible solution that balances independence with family support is likely to work best.

Ví dụ: ageing population /ˈeɪdʒɪŋ ˌpɒpjʊˈleɪʃn/ (n phr) – dân số già

Người đọc tự đặt các câu hỏi cho bản thân, ví dụ: 

• Have I noticed more elderly people in my community in recent years?

• How does an ageing population affect my family or society?

• Do older people around me live independently or rely on family support?

• What kind of support do elderly people usually need most?

→ Recently, I’ve noticed that there are more elderly people in my neighbourhood than before. Many of them rely on public healthcare services and family support in daily life. This made me realise that an ageing population is not just a statistic, but something that directly affects communities and families.

Ví dụ: 

• Tôi bị khựng khi muốn nói: “Dân số già tạo áp lực lên chính phủ về y tế và lương hưu.”

• Tôi không chắc nên dùng từ nào để diễn đạt “gánh nặng tài chính dài hạn”.

Ví dụ: Dùng từ điển, công cụ AI, … để tìm cụm từ mà bạn cần.

→ financial pressure – áp lực tài chính

→ public healthcare system – hệ thống y tế công

→ place a burden on governments – tạo gánh nặng cho chính phủ