Complete the sentences from the radio interview with the phrases in the box. then listen and check
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1. have a lot in common
2. on average
3. based on
4. go online
5. keep in touch

To complete the sentences, we need to choose the correct phrases from the box: "have a lot in common," "on average," "based on," "go online," and "keep in touch."

Now, let's look at each sentence and decide which phrase fits best.

1. Many people who have similar interests and hobbies ___________.

Looking at the options, the phrase that matches this sentence is "have a lot in common." This means that people with similar interests and hobbies share many similarities.

2. ___________, teenagers spend about five hours a day using their smartphones.

The phrase that fits this sentence is "on average." This phrase is used when we want to talk about a typical or normal value. Here, we are talking about the average time teenagers spend using their smartphones.

3. The report was ___________ a survey conducted among high school students.

To complete this sentence, we need the phrase "based on." This phrase is used to indicate that something is derived from or relies on a particular source of information or evidence. In this case, the report is based on a survey conducted among high school students.

4. Nowadays, it's common for people to ________ to buy things or gather information.

The phrase that fits this sentence is "go online." This means that nowadays, it is common for people to use the internet to buy things or gather information.

5. Social media platforms enable people to ___________ with their friends and family members.

Looking at the options, the phrase that completes this sentence is "keep in touch." This means that social media platforms allow people to stay connected with their friends and family members.

To check if our answers are correct, we need to listen to the radio interview or read the text from which these sentences are taken. By doing so, we can confirm if the chosen phrases match the context and meaning of the sentences.