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older population in our history.¡± This statement is small comfort to those living below the poverty line, but it does explode some of the old traditional beliefs and fears. Opportunities for moving in and up in a large company may shrink but many older people begin successful small businesses, volunteer in satisfying activities, and stay active for many years. They have few role models because in previous generations the life span was much shorter and expectations of life were fewer. They are ploughing new ground.ª¥
Employers are beginning to recognize that the mature person can bring a great deal of stability and responsibility to a position. One doesn't lose ability and experience on the eve of one's 65th or 70th birthday any more than one grows up instantly at age 21.
 
26. After the age of 40,          .
A) most workers are tired of their present jobs
B) many workers tend to stick to their present jobs
C) people find their jobs more rewarding than before
D) people still wish to hunt for more suitable jobs
 
27. From Heilman's remark, we can see that  .
A) full use has been made of the wisdom of older people
B) the wisdom of older people is not valued by American society
C) older people are no less intelligent than young people
D) the wisdom of older people is of great value to American society
 
28. Tish Sommers argues that          .
A) older women find it hard to escape poverty
B) older women usually perform better in their jobs
C) the major cause of the poverty of older women is sexism
D) more people have come to believe in sexism and ageism
 
29. According to the third paragraph, it can be seen that older Americans        .
A) have more job opportunities than young people
B) live below the poverty line
C) have new opportunities to remain active in society
D) no longer believe in the promise of a happy life upon retirement
 
30. It can be concluded from the passage that the writer          .
A) calls attention to the living conditions of older Americans
B) believes that the value of older people is gaining increasing recognition
C) attempts to justify the youth-oriented, throw-away culture of the United States
D) argues people should not retire at the age of 65 or 70

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