a tower of strength(mainstay; firm rock in midstream)

repeat what the books say

be reduced to fragments

clues

assume an appearance

self do; self have

make unpredictable changes in policy

make a pillow of one's spear waiting for daybreak

be in favor with the general public

lit. if thrown on the floor, it will make a sound (idiom); to have substance; fig. (of one's words) powerful and resonating

manner of anxiety or happiness (scratch one's head )

be very much conceited

move in cycles

neighbours(relative unit)

Day and night

Mental health

Prosperous scene

Smooth faced

Take sb. by surprise

to not even take a penny (as a bribe)​