10/2 Some people think that too much money has been spent looking after and repairing old buildings, so we should knock down old buildings and build modern ones instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, because of the growing population, finding
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the
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measure
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to deal with people's
accomodation
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accommodation
has become a vital issue for
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society. Some regard keeping old
buildings
as a waste of resources,
therefore
, new
buildings
should be built. Personally, I firmly agree with
this
stance, and the following content will outline my reasons. Historical
buildings
can not only waste money but
also
have some potential risks to residents. After long-time usage, the structure of
buildings
might be damaged and fragile,
as a result
, fares of regular
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maintenance
will be higher as the usage time
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.
Moreover
, some irreversible and
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damages might threaten residents' health and even lives.
For instance
, the tolerance and duration of
buildings
could be lower,
due to
the stronger destruction from disasters.
Hence
,
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these ancient accomodation
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could be both money and life savers.
Furthermore
, the design of previous constructions might not
suitable
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for the current human population.
For example
, compared with an apartment, single level houses are not the first choice for architects and designers, because more space is needed in rural areas.
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Moreover
, the lifestyle of people in the city has changed, entertaining areas, shopping malls and restaurants are essential for stressful and fast-paced workers,
hence
,
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of
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residential districts is crucial in order to suit people's
demand
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. In conclusion, safety and financial concerns could be
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persuasive
reasons to rebuild historic
accomodation
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accommodation
.
Moreover
, more comfortable and suitable designs for rural residents can efficiently use the lands
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in the city.
Therefore
, I strongly believe
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these old
buildings
could be beneficial for the community.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • Preservation
  • Restoration
  • Demolition
  • Architectural heritage
  • Cultural significance
  • Tourist attraction
  • Urban landscape
  • Sustainability
  • Conservation
  • Economic benefits
  • Historical landmarks
  • Urban renewal
  • Infrastructure
  • Maintenance costs
  • Modern amenities
  • Building regulations
  • Community identity
  • Heritage conservation
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