Is it good to ask for advice from strangers online?
take sth with a grain of salt, be mindful of, get muddled, be aware of
What do other people in your hometown usually do on weekends?
let off steam, derive pleasure from
Do you think the media is putting too much attention on famous people?
be under increasing pressure, hotly debated topics, arouse controversy over/ about/ surrounding, trivialize
Is it important to have the same hobbies and interests when making friends?
see eye to eye
How can parents help children to be organized?
get sb on board, extol (the virtues of)
What are the impacts of the epidemic on the work environment?
have important repercussions on, dominate, hold sway, for a start
In what industries do you think communication is a necessary skill?
is key to, is a key predictor of, is an important indicator of, turn a blind eye on
How easy it is for broadcasters and media outlets to manipulate public opinion?
jump to conclusions, develop awareness of, be self-aware, take sth with a grain/ pinch of salt, turn a blind eye on, have a rich diet of
Is leisure time important to everyone? Why?
regulate one's emotions, undertake challenging activities, facilitate (this aspect of development)
Do you think it is the responsibility of governments alone to protect the environment?
authorities, develop policies concerned with, pollutant be discharged into rivers, stop disposing of water into the ocean, be environmentally aware
What measures can individuals take to protect the environment?
make one's opinion felt, prefer to buy sustainably harvested products, press sb to pass and enforce laws and regulations requiring good environmental practices
Do old people and young people choose different places to go on vacation? Why?
roam around/ roam the world, flock to, indigenous people/ music/ land
What are some popular attractions that people like to visit in your country?
money-generating, a big boost to the (local) economy, attract a great deal of attention
Compared to the past, are people less patient now? Why?
My mind just goes blank, have commitments outside of work, give sb the benefit of a doubt
