I. Read the text and fill in each gap with ONE suitable word. People have always dreamed of living forever, and although we all know this will (1) _____ happen, we still want to live as long as possible. Naturally, there are advantages and disadvantages to a long (2)_____ . In the first place, people who live (3) _____ can spend more time with their family and friends. Secondly, people who have busy working lives look forward to a long, relaxing time when they can do the things they have never had time for. (4) _____ the other hand, there are some serious disadvantages. Firstly, many people become ill and consequently have to (5) _____ time in hospital or become (6) _____ on their children and friends. Many of them (7) _____ this dependence annoying or embarrassing. In addition to this, the (8) _____ people get, the fewer friends they seem to have because old friends die or become ill and it's often (9)_____to make new friends. To sum up, it seems that living to a very old age is worthwhile for people who stay healthy (10)_____to remain independent and enjoy life.