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1. Describe 3 reasons why seniors (the elderly) in increasing numbers are learning to use the internet. (6 marks)

2. Outline a trend that supports your observations in question 1. (2 marks)

3. Describe 3 reasons why it might be more difficult to persuade seniors to use the internet and computers. (6 marks)

4. In groups of 4 develop a role play for the following situation:   

   • Divide each group into 2 seniors (an elderly couple) and 2 grandchildren that either attend university or are successful upper class consultants.

   • The grandparents don't like life to change and are reluctant to use the computer.

   • The grandchildren feel they must be introduced to the joys of the internet age.

   • Each group should try to persuade the other to change their view in a 5 minute role play.

5. How should we evaluate question 4?