1.Bullying is a problem in many schools.
2.She tried to concentrate on reading her book but she couldn't.
3.Please hold the line. I'm trying to connect you.
4.Swimming is a very enjoyable way of staying in shape.
5.I'm sorry to disappoint your expectation.
6.Jane is very mature for her age.
7.The media has a powerful influence on public opinion.
8.You will receive a notification when your package is delivered.
9.Peer pressure is strong among young people.
10.We all struggle with the stresses and strains of daily life.
Exercise 2
Choose the word/ phrase/ sentence (A, B, C, or D) that best fits the space in each sentence or best answers the question.
1.The teacher asks the whole class to focus on studying to prepare well for the midterm exam.
2.Most teenagers today have at least one social media account for entertainment and study.
3.Ally tries to overcome the pressure from her family by studying hard to get the best results.
4.According to many surveys, teenagers now find it interesting to post their short videos on TikTok.
5.Most of the students are associated with school clubs or sports teams.
6.After school, we sometimes post a few questions on the forum for discussion.
7.I take pride in my positive attitude. I always stay calm, even in the worst situations.
8.We feel pressured because there are only two days left until our midterm exam.
9.Friendship is expressed through sharing, caring, and helping each other when facing difficulties.
10.She wants to join the club to connect with new friends.
11.We browse the school website to find the school activities.
12.I log on to my Facebook account to post my photos and chat with everyone.