Please give your own opinion

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

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?

Please give your own opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.