The older generations tend to have very traditional ideas about how people should live, think and behave. However, some people believe that these ideas are not helpful in preparing younger generations for modern life. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

On the one hand, there is no denying that our modern life is derived from the traditions.

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other word, people of the day are the combination of reflection of the past and the progress of the future, and the tradition is just an important part of us, which means totally discarding our conventional way of living is nothing but impossible.

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example, people living I the china will not choose to forsake the celebration of some traditional holidays, like spring

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festivals, holidays

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, even there is no demanding need to do so.

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, traditions aim of reminding people especially the youngsters of what has happened in the past so that they are able to treasure their happiness in the best way.

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is mainly because doctrines and moral codes passed through generations are containing the wish and ideal icon from the past saints which helps to render our citizens more reliable and responsible. Mencius is just the best illustration for

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, who has written the famous article, named Three Character Classic, which has a profound influence on Chinese people. Generally speaking, I argue that traditions are of utmost importance in terms of behaviour and education, which is unjustified to be abandoned.