VOICED: Chinese search for love online

The transcript discusses the challenges of finding love in a populous country like China, focusing on Junqua's experience with loneliness and internet dating. It highlights the social pressures faced by young adults due to the one-child policy and the trend of using online platforms to meet new people. Gong Haiyan's story is shared as an example of turning personal challenges into a successful business. The growth of China's internet dating industry is also explored, emphasizing its potential as a significant part of modern dating culture.

What challenge does Junqua face after moving to a new city?

• Difficulty in finding a job

• Struggling to meet new friends

• Hard to meet women socially

• Adjusting to a new culture

What societal factor contributes to the isolation of young people in China?

• High cost of living

• One-child policy

• Lack of public transportation

• Limited job opportunities

Why do many young people in China turn to the internet for social connections?

• To find job opportunities

• To escape family pressures

• To expand their social circles

• To learn new skills

What motivated Gong Haiyan to start her own dating site?

• A desire to travel

• A need for financial independence

• Pressure from family to marry

• Dissatisfaction with existing social networking sites

What is the predicted trend for the internet dating industry in China?

• It will decline due to lack of interest

• It will remain stable

• It will more than double in value

• It will face government restrictions