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would assert that
languages other than English must 
be respected, protected and
preserved
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Essay Template 5
Argument: 
Some people believe that old buildings should be protected by law. Others,
however, think that they should be replaced by new buildings. Discuss both these views and
give your own opinion.
In present-day society,
many cities face the issue of whether old buildings should be
replaced by new buildings or not. 
As I see it,
old buildings should be maintained.
Historic buildings certainly have much value 
in various ways
. 
In the first place,
a large
number of historic buildings represent specific historical figures or events. 
To be more exact,
if
such buildings were razed, there would be no precise representation of the corresponding
figures and events anymore. 
Further,
some historic dwellings embody the unique lifestyle of
ethnic groups. 
Without a doubt,
it could be an ethnological disaster if these buildings were
demolished because of current urban needs. 
Last but not least,
many historic buildings have
outstanding aesthetic value. 
That means
any replication can never show the ancient
craftsmanship accurately.
Surely,
due to the rapid increase of urban population, some historic buildings should be
knocked down in order to make room for high-rise apartment buildings. 
Yet
a more sensible
solution to this problem can be developing urban transport so that people can easily live in
nearby suburbs and commute easily every day.
To conclude,
though
old buildings may have occupied a lot of urban space, their value
should not be neglected.