Old neighborhoods have a lot of history. They have old buildings, streets, and traditions. Some people think it is important to keep them the same. Others believe that change is good. For example, some old neighborhoods have beautiful houses and streets. They remind people of the past. But sometimes, they need repairs. New buildings and roads can make life easier.
For example:
Many tourists visit Paris because of its old neighborhoods.
In some cities, old houses become hotels or museums.
Some people want new parks and shops instead of old houses.
Is it better to keep things the same or to change them? What do you think?
GRAMMAR
We use the present simple to talk about general opinions and facts.
Examples:
Old buildings need a lot of care.
People like to visit historic places.
We use "should" to give opinions and suggestions.
Examples:
We should keep old neighborhoods the same.
They should repair old buildings, not destroy them.
We use comparatives to compare old and new things.
Examples:
Old neighborhoods are more beautiful than new ones.
New buildings are safer than old buildings.
VOCABULARY
Neighborhood - A part of a city where people live.
Historic - Something important from the past.
Tradition - A custom from the past.
Modern - Something new.
Preserve - To keep something safe.
Tourist - A person who visits a place.
Building - A house, store, or any structure.
Culture - The way people live and do things.
Change - To make something different.
Museum - A place to see historical objects.
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
Old neighborhoods are full of history.
Some old houses look beautiful.
We should protect our history.
New buildings are sometimes necessary.
It is important to preserve traditions.
Modern cities need a mix of old and new.
Many tourists love visiting old streets.
We should repair old houses instead of destroying them.
Some places look better with a new design.
I think old neighborhoods have a special charm.
SENTENCES
Positive:
People love to visit old neighborhoods.
Many historic houses become museums.
Some cities keep their old streets the same.
Negative:
Some people don’t like old buildings.
Many cities do not protect their historic places.
Old houses do not always have modern facilities.
Questions:
Do you like old neighborhoods?
Should we change old buildings?
Why do people like visiting old places?
Answers:
Yes, I love old neighborhoods.
No, I think we should preserve them.
Because they have history and culture.
CONVERSATION
Anna: Hi, Mark! Do you like old neighborhoods?
Mark: Yes, I do. They have a lot of history. What about you?
Anna: I like them too, but I think some need repairs.
Mark: That’s true. But we should not destroy them.
Anna: Yes, I agree. We should preserve them and make small changes.
Mark: Exactly! We can keep the old style but make them safer.
Anna: That’s a great idea!
READING
Many cities have old neighborhoods. These places have beautiful houses, narrow streets, and small shops. Some people want to keep them the same. Others want to change them.
For example, in Rome, many historic buildings are museums now. In New York, old buildings become hotels. In some places, people build new apartments in old neighborhoods.
Some changes are good. People need better roads and houses. But history is important. Many tourists visit cities to see old places. If we destroy them, we lose part of our culture.
What do you think? Should we keep old neighborhoods the same?
Questions:
What do old neighborhoods have?
What happens to old buildings in New York?
Why do some people want to change old neighborhoods?
Why do tourists visit old places?
Answers:
They have beautiful houses, narrow streets, and small shops.
Some old buildings become hotels.
They want better roads and houses.
Because history is important.
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