Many old buildings are protected by law because they are part of a nation's history. However, some people think old buildings should be knocked down to make way for new ones because people need houses and offices. How important is it to maintain old buildings? Should history stand in the way of progress? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.
People living in large cities have to face many problems in everyday life. What are those problems? Should the government encourage people to move to regional towns?
There are more and more effective security measures in large cities to reduce crime. For example, installation of anti-crime devices in cities. Does this endeavor bring more benefits than problems? What is your stand on this?
As major cities around the world are growing, so are their problems. What are these problems for young people living in cities? What are possible solutions to these problems?
The population of some cities is growing rapidly. What are the effects on people living in these cities? What solutions can you propose to maintain a good quality of life in urban areas?
People are more mobile nowadays. They seldom live in one city all their lives. Why do you think this is happening? What are the consequences of this trend?
In recent years some countries have experienced very rapid economic development. This has resulted in much higher standards of living in urban areas but not in the countryside. This situation may bring some problems for the country as a whole. What are these problems? How might they be reduced?