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- Researchers followed many adults over several years.
- People first answered simple questions about interests.
- The answers showed what jobs people liked.
- Interests stayed connected to work and life.
- Some interests fit jobs and community roles.
- Other interests fit art and cultural activities.
- Some interests linked to friendships and relationships.
- Some predictions were stronger at different ages.
- Researchers say interest tests can help people.
- The study shows interests matter across adult life.
Difficult words
- researcher — a person who studies and collects informationResearchers
- interest — a feeling of liking a subject or activityinterests
- prediction — an idea about what will happen in the futurepredictions
- community — a group of people in one place or area
- cultural — related to art, music, or traditions
- relationship — connections or friendships between peoplerelationships
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Discussion questions
- What are your interests?
- Do your interests fit your work?
- Do you like art or community activities?
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