2. The  topic / subject... who has influenced me.
... who has had an influence on me.

give a vote = cast a vote

prohibit
forbid, forbade, forbidden
Heavens forbid!
Drinking is forbidden / prohibited in Saudi Arabia.
deny: He denied it
refuse: He asked for another loan, but I refused.

pass a law
a polling station

Smoking is a bad habit.
It is a custom here in Finland to take your shoes off when you visit somebody.
a custom-made shirt
Mind your manners!

succeed
 a success
successful

follow the rules = obey the rules
comply the rules
 
PITÄÄ:
1. give a speech
give a presentation
give / throw a party
2. keep your eyes closed
keep a promise
keep one's word
You may keep this book.
3. hold a funeral
Hold my hand!
4. I like you.
5. I regard you as a good friend.
I consider you a good friend.
6. I find it difficult to learn Arabic.