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Introduction:
In today’s ever-evolving world, medical advancements and technological innovations continue to dramatically influence human longevity. As the 21st century is underway, one cannot help but wonder what the future holds for newborns. With medical advancements and improvements in living standards, it is quite probable that babies born today will be alive in the 22nd century.

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Question:

In the paragraph above, identify the verb tenses used in the following sentences: “Medical advancements and technological innovations continue to dramatically influence human longevity” and “As the 21st century is underway, one cannot help but wonder what the future holds for newborns.   ” Explain why these tenses are appropriate for each sentence and how they contribute to the meaning of the text.

1. Medical advancements and increased life expectancy:
Over the past century, science and healthcare have worked hand in hand to produce numerous breakthroughs that have contributed significantly to extending human life. As treatments for various diseases become more streamlined and effective, we can reasonably expect today’s newborns to experience longer life expectancies compared to previous generations. Additionally, research on genetic modification could lead humans to be more resistance against diseases, further contributing to extended longevity.

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Question:

In the paragraph, identify and explain the use of the present perfect tense in the sentence: “Over the past century, science and healthcare have worked hand in hand to produce numerous breakthroughs that have contributed significantly to extending human life.” How does the present perfect tense affect the meaning and context of the sentence compared to using the simple past tense?

2. Improved living standards and better healthcare accessibility:
Many regions across the globe currently provide improved standards of living for their citizens compared to previous generations. People today have access to a wider variety of sanitation facilities, clean drinking water, healthier food options, and better housing conditions, all of which contribute positively to a person’s overall wellbeing and life expectancy. Furthermore, modern technology has made healthcare more accessible than ever before through telemedicine and remote medical monitoring.

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Question:

In the paragraph, identify and explain the use of the present simple tense in the sentence: “Many regions across the globe currently provide improved standards of living for their citizens compared to previous generations.” Why is the present simple tense used here, and how would the meaning change if the past simple tense were used instead?

3. Emphasis on preventive care:
Increased awareness among people regarding healthy lifestyle choices has led to a push towards preventive medicine and overall well-being management. Babies born today will likely grow up with a comprehensive understanding of health consciousness, which includes proper nutrition, exercise routines, mental health support, and regular check-ups. This holistic approach towards maintaining good health will ultimately result in longevity.

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Question:

In the paragraph, identify and explain the use of the future simple tense in the sentence: “Babies born today will likely grow up with a comprehensive understanding of health consciousness.” Why is the future simple tense used here, and how would the meaning change if the present simple tense were used instead?

4. Impact on society:
As people live longer lives because of the mentioned factors above, society will face new challenges when managing older populations. An increase in demand for senior care facilities and pension schemes might raise issues concerning resources and funding. Nevertheless, ongoing technological advancements may offer solutions that are yet to be discovered. It is crucial for society to adapt to this change and prepare for the well-being of older generations.

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Question:

In the paragraph, identify and explain the use of modal verbs in the sentence: “An increase in demand for senior care facilities and pension schemes might raise issues concerning resources and funding.” What is the function of the modal verb “might” in this context, and how would the meaning of the sentence change if a different modal verb like “will” or “could” were used instead?

Conclusion:
The prospect of babies born today living into the 22nd century is not far-fetched, considering rapid advancements in medicine and improved standards of living. Individuals growing up in this era will be better-equipped to manage their health, ensuring a more prolonged existence compared to previous generations. Society must continue to make progress, explore innovations, and prepare for the challenges that come with an ever-growing population of aging individuals.

Now Discuss the New Vocabulary:

Question:

Identify and explain the use of the future tense in the sentence: “Individuals growing up in this era will be better-equipped to manage their health, ensuring a more prolonged existence compared to previous generations.” How does the use of the future tense in “will be” affect the meaning of the sentence, and what does it indicate about the speaker’s perspective on the future of individuals growing up in this era?

HOMEWORK:

Task: Write an email to your office manager explaining why you didn’t arrive for work this morning. Use a variety of perfect and perfect progressive tenses in your email.

Instructions:

1. Introduction: Start your email by apologizing for not being able to come to work and briefly state the reason for your absence.

2. Body:

   • Use the present perfect tense to describe any relevant events that have happened recently, affecting your ability to come to work (e.g., “I have been feeling unwell since yesterday.”).
   • Use the past perfect tense to explain what happened before a certain time (e.g., “I had planned to leave my house at 7 AM.”).
   • Use the present perfect progressive tense to describe an ongoing situation that has been happening until now (e.g., “I have been waiting for my doctor’s appointment all morning.”).
   • Use the past perfect progressive tense to describe a situation that was ongoing in the past and was interrupted (e.g., “I had been driving to work when my car broke down.”).

3. Conclusion:

   • Reassure your manager about your commitment to work and mention any actions you are taking to resolve the situation (e.g., “I have already contacted a mechanic to fix my car.”).
   • Express your willingness to make up for the lost time or offer to work remotely if possible.

4. Closing: End the email with a polite closing statement and your name.

 

 

 

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