More and more people are living to 100, but what is the secret of a long life? Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you some useful English vocabulary. 👇👇👇
❓❓❓ This week’s question: In 2022, the world’s oldest certified person died aged 119. But which country was she from?
a) Switzerland
b) Italy
c) Japan
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Vocabulary:
✔️centenarian - someone who is a hundred years old, or older
✔️twilight years - old age; the last years of your life
✔️one-size-fits-all - suitable for everyone or every purpose
✔️lifespan - the length of time someone is normally expected to live
✔️Fountain of Youth - a legendary source of magical water that keeps anyone who drinks it young and healthy forever
✔️Peter Pan syndrome - immature person who has reached adulthood but refuses to take on adult responsibilities
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