- What is the name of the oldest person you know? How old are they?
- Tell me about them; what they did in the past, and what they do now.
- What is the life expectancy of men and what is the life expectancy of women in your country?
- Do you think you will live long? Why?
- Many people in life have a 'bucket list', a list of things they would like to have seen, done or achieved before they leave this earth. Tell me one thing that would be high on your 'bucket list'?
- Do you fear death? Why?
Question 1
Sachiko is the oldest person that I know and she is 91 years old.Question 2
Sachiko is my wife's grandmother (on her mother's side). I am not sure about what she did in the past because my wife says that it is a "touchy subject".Question 3
Male life expectancy in New Zealand is 79 years old while female life expectancy is 83.Question 4
I think I'll live until my mid-seventies because all males on my father's side seem to die around this age.Question 5
One thing on my bucket list is that I want to own a pug farm that has a bed and breakfast or Japanese inn on it. Guests can stay, meet and look after their own pug during their stay.Question 6
I do not fear death, but I fear the pain of a violent death. I hope to die peacefully in my sleep, although I know that is rare.Tough Vocabulary
| - English - | - Japanese - |
|---|---|
| touchy | 機徴 (きちょう) |
| violent | 激しい (はげしい) |
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Pugs are awesome. Very good dogs!
They are awesome. Super lazy too.
I am a bit intrigued about grandma.
Definitely. It’s a “touchy subject”…? You have to do more research Jon and get back to us!