Azar 16th, I've got a pen pal in Australia.

Question 1

acquaintance (n)

Answer 1

a person that you have met but do not know well:

a business acquaintance

Question 2

What’s more, …

Answer 2

In addition,
Plus,

Question 3

circumstance (n)

Answer 3

Obviously we can’t deal with the problem until we know all the circumstances.

We oppose capital punishment in/under any circumstances.

Question 4

confidant (n)
/ˈkɑːn.fə.dænt/

Answer 4

a person you trust and share your feelings and secrets with:

a close confidant

Question 5

pen pal (n)

Answer 5

someone who you exchange letters with as a hobby, but usually have not met:

I’ve got a pen pal in Australia.

Question 6

pal (n)

Answer 6

a friend:

You’re my best pal.
It’s my old pal Pete!