SAGE News Clips: Students Reside in Retirement HomesThis video examines two examples of intergenerational friendships. We hear from Western Michigan University student Colette Chapp and musician Tiffany Tieu, both of whom have taken up residence in retirement homes in order to build bonds with people of an older generation.Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 134, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:According to Colette Chapp, what are the goals of the Western Michigan University study?

A. to break stereotypes associated with aging and to break intergenerational stereotypes
B. to create a documentary dispelling myths about aging
C. to research alternatives to nursing homes
D. to determine if older people are lonely and isolated from their families


Answer: A

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