U s e f u l E x p r e s s i o n s: Words and phrasesFriends and communication:mutual understandingsolidify/ strengthen/ enhance/ promotecommunication / connection withrelationship network/circle of friends cultivate/develop friendship with sb.keep steady relationship with sb. establish interpersonal networksacbuild up the social circle spur message transmissionKnowledge and experiencewiden one’s outlook broaden one’s vision/horizonacquire knowledge and skills comprehensive/overall qualityexpand/enlarge one’s scope of knowledge knowledge reserve/base/storagetheoretical knowledge practical skillssocial experience broaden one’s knowledge basepromote one’s overall/ comprehensiveaccumulate experiencescompetencelearn lessons from past experiencesWork and experiencethe scarcity of employment opportunities lay the foundations for career prosperity immerse oneself in endless job tasks boost/augment/enhance efficiencybe adept in boost one’s competi tivenessHealth and pressurediminish individuals' leisure time drive away lassitudelighten one’s burden homework/workforce overloadsmooth one’s mental intension confide annoyancesa load off one’s mind lift sb. out of high pressureaggravate one's mental intension get away from the daily grindenter an aesthetic world of sensual pleasure self-relaxation（n.）/ease oneself(v.) vigorous mentality boost our immune systemcalm the nerves and restore the soulHobbies and entertainmentrelieve stress/burden add much spice/flavor to our daily life interdisciplinary talent strike a proper balance between work and leisure realize the value of life explore endless possibility of lifematerial pleasure and spiritual stimulation bring joy to one’s mi ndrefresh the soulEfficiency and cooperationhasty life rhythm smooth and effective collaborationexternal help/support? resort help from othersintegrate various resources have complementary advantagesfor the sake of convenience and effectiveness increase productivityfacilitate coordinationEnvironmentenvironmental protection environmentally friendlydo harm to / be harmful to/ be detrimental to take a leadership rolemitigate the ecological effects environmental degradation/deterioration environmentally-conscious alternative energyexploit natural resources ecological balance/equilibriumsustainable development Ozone depletionwreak havoc on sth. climatic anomalya scarcity/dearth of resourcesScience and technologythe ever-accelerated updating of science and technology the remarkable improvement/steady growth of living standardspromote public welfare be detached from reality labor-saving/labor-replacing machinery cutting-edge technology assembly lineEconomyfinancial burden / psychological burden lay a solid foundation for…give (top) priority to sth. the rapid development of economyspawned a new industry transnational/ multinational corporation stimulate domestic demand strive to develop...cause a loss to enliven the marketkeep inflation under control seek excessive profitsnarrow the gap between rich and poor comprehensive/overall national strength Educationfoster independent thinkingupgrade/promote cultural levels exam-oriented/quality-oriented educationself-esteem and self-confidenceBackgroundinformation explosion economic boomin this age of globalization in the economy centered/oriented ld intense/fierce competition twisted/distorted valueslingering loneliness and indifference be faced/ confronted within this era of extraordinary sophistication and versatility generally speaking/by and large rapid/hasty life pace/rhythm global financial crisisUseful SentenceFriends and communication1.Friends are supposed to share moments of joy as well as times of difficulty. Theinner peace and balance that I enjoy from their company are invaluable to me. 2.At the same time, young people should be encouraged to communicate with theirpeers and develop their interpersonal skills, which may help them greatly toreduce dependence on their parents and are essential in the maintenance of healthy mental condition.3.Moreover, children will have less time to play and communicate with their peersdue to extra studies. Consequently, it is difficult to develop and cultivate theircharacter and interpersonal skills. They may become more solitary and even suffer from certain mental illness.4.The primary cause of juvenile crime is family problems, according to researchconducted by Harvard University.5.To regularly eat their meals together, families can enjoy good time exchangingideas among different members. This kind of communication spurs messagetransmission and strengthens their relationship.6.Through association with family members, who are meaningful to us, we achievea sense of security, love, acceptance, companionship, and personal worth.7.Family plays an indispensable part in your life, always standing behind you,providing you assistance and support in times of trouble.Knowledge and Experience1.Any parents should place considerable emphasis on their children to strike abalance between play and study.2.Parents can make use of their knowledge and experience to prevent their childrenfrom making costly mistakes, while allowing them to gain confidence and learn from their small errors so that they would be capable of making sound decisions on their own in the near future.3.It is indisputable that only people with a full spectrum of knowledge are morelikely to gain a competitive edge in job hunting.4.The benefits that broad knowledge has to offer include stimulating your intellect,extending your vision, and helping you fulfill your potential.5.Part-time jobs provide students with a precious platform to not only accumulatesocial experience, but also perceive the differences between the theoreticalknowledge they learn and the practical skills a job needs.6.Broad knowledge is an essential ingredient of success, because it provides mentalresources to solve a variety of problems.Work and Experience1.The fact that we failed somewhere does not mean we are going to fail everywhere,and especially it does not necessarily mean that we are deprived of theopportunities to win there.2.By taking a major-related part-time job, students can not only improve theiracademic studies, but gain much experience, experience they will never be able to get from the textbooks.3.Doing jobs that are familiar to us offers the best access to the proficiency in acertain line of work.4.The majority of students believe that part-time job will provide them with moreopportunities to develop their?interpersonal skills, which may?place them in a favorable position in?the future job markets.Health and Pressure1.Apart from?providing?sheer enjoyment, taking art and music classes?provides onewith?the opportunity to escape the daily pressures of life and enter an aesthetic world of sensual pleasure .?ing bicycle contributes greatly to people’s physical fitness as well as easingtraffic jams.3.People learning subjects of history and geography may participate in excursions totourist attractions with a desire for acquainting themselves with culture in other cities or countries, during which they may enjoy the spiritual life withoutdisturbances.4.Apart from its harmful effects on emotional well-being, academic pressure canalso cause students to suffer physical health ailments.5.Excessive stress or pressure leads to a host of physical problems--includingfatigue, muscular tension, headache, and insomnia.6.Exercising and playing sports can have huge benefits for a person's strength,agility and fitness, as well as helping to relieve stress and improve the immune system.Hobbies and Entertainment1.When children take part in sport games just for fun, they will gain pleasure fromthem and cultivate friendship with others and a sense of cooperation.2.Though leisure becomes a growing industry nowadays, it is generally recognizedthat modern entertainment has lost its creativity due to the influence oftechnology.3.One of the good things about comic books is that they can serve the purpose ofkeeping the children occupied during the journey.4.Most people, no matter rich or poor, if without any leisure activity, will be crushedby an overwhelming sense of helplessness, hopelessness and nothingness.pared with sitting in front of a TV screen for hours, reading for pleasure is amuch better way of enriching one’s experience.Efficiency and Cooperation1.As an old saying goes, to cooperate is the very nature of human being from thevery beginning.2.Because a challenging task usually entails cooperation with others, overcoming avariety of problems, and gaining new knowledge and experience, accomplishing the task will afford one the sense of achievement.3.Cooperation and teamwork are invaluable skills that can be employed throughouta person's life, both in the workplace and at home.4. A further potential benefit from effective communication is that it can facilitatenecessary coordination among the different entities involved in implementation.5.Cooperative interactions are inevitable and essential for all departments anddivisions.6.As a team member, one must learn to communicate effectively and collaborateefficiently with colleagues.Environment1.Environmental pollution and consequent problems have caused grave concern.2.The government should take concrete measures to protect the environment frompollution because a clean environment is beneficial to public health, tourism, and sustainable economic growth.3.There is no denying the fact that air pollution is an extremely serious problem: thecity authorities should take strong measures to deal with it.4.Although a series of measures have been taken to restrain the deterioration ofenvironmental pollution, the severe situation is still posing a great threat to our existence.5.Therefore, it is high time that we spare no efforts to improve our environment.Any government which is blind to this would pay a heavy price as a result.6.Desertification，mainly caused by the deforestation, will result in environmentdeterioration and lead to species extinction.7.It is hard to overstate the significance of a healthy environment as an essentialingredient of sustainable development.Science and Technology1.It is widely acknowledged that computer and other machines, which make our lifeand work more comfortable and less laborious, have become an indispensable part of our society.2.Confronted with economic boom and technological progression, people have toadmit the significance of high efficiency in order to keep hasty life rhythm and place themselves in a favorable position in the technology-oriented society.3.Yet, every technological innovation helping to reduce human suffering is exertingan adverse influence on the society.4.It is commonly thought that our society has been dramatically changed by modernscience and technology, and human has made extraordinary progress inknowledge and technology over the recent decades.Economy1.We are in desperate need of economic revitalization. People from all social classeshave trouble finding proper work, because the employment rate is nearly thelowest in all countries.2.There is no doubt that rapid growth in the economy at the expense of theenvironment will result in destructive effects on every aspect of society.3.It is suggested that governments ought to make efforts to reduce the increasinggap between cities and countryside. They ought to set aside an appropriate fund for improvement of the standard of peasants' lives.Education1.Children who are alienated from their parents tend to become solitary and notgregarious enough to face various complex circumstances in or out of school.2.While?leveling up the fundamental education?remains within the realm ofpossibility, the prevailing trend?revolves around?the updating of college education and the renovation of high-tech facilities.3.Fortunately, mountains of reliable evidence, beyond any shadow of thedoubt,?proves the direct link between?the development of fundamentaleducation?and?the enhancement of overall national strength.4.The current education which aims at cultivating international talentsshould?assume the responsibility for ensuring?that culture, language and learning differences are addressed in teaching.。