1.When answering this question, you can consider the changes in work patterns, technology, and lifestyle over time. Discuss how technological advancements and automation have potentially reduced the time spent on certain tasks, possibly leading to more free time. 2.On the other hand, you can also argue that despite these advancements, modern life has become busier due to increased work demands, longer working hours, and the constant connectivity through digital devices, which might reduce the perception of having more free time. You can provide examples to illustrate how free time is utilized differently now compared to the past.