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    I've learned that an art exhibition is {#blank#}1{#/blank#}(hold) and that you're collecting suggestions on its location. I'm writing this letter to share{#blank#}2{#/blank#} you my opinions.

    In my opinion,{#blank#}3{#/blank#} is more advisable to hold the art exhibition in Shanghai Museum than in community libraries. My reasons are as follows.

    On one hand, it is {#blank#}4{#/blank#}(convenient) for people to get to Shanghai Museum{#blank#}5{#/blank#}is located in the center of the city. Besides, the museum is much larger than commuity libraries, which {#blank#}6{#/blank#}(provide)visitors with more comfortable environment for{#blank#}7{#/blank#}(appreciate) art.

    On the other hand, as a well-known museum, Shanghai Museum is more professional and {#blank#}8{#/blank#}(experience)in holding art exhibitions. Its professional security guards and advanced facilities can better protect those famous {#blank#}9{#/blank#}(paint)from being damaged {#blank#}10{#/blank#}stolen.

    Therefore, I suggest the exhibition should be held in Shanghai Museum.

Wang Min

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