For most of us, stress is a fact of life. But there are many useful ways to lower stress. Let’s take a look.
Sometimes it can be difficult to say exactly what we’re feeling. When we feel uneasy or disappointed, we can put problems into words. Keeping a diary is a good way to relax.
If we get angry, music has a wonderful influence on our feelings. When we feel sad, it fills our hearts with warmth.
When we get nervous or upset before a test, take a few deep breaths.
Enough sleep helps us keep clear minds. Without plenty of rest, it is hard to pay attention to our study or work.
Actually, the most important way that we can lower stress is to have a healthy lifestyle. Especially exercise is a key part of staying healthy and good for both physical and mental health.
() 1. How many ways can we use to lower stress according to the passage?
A. 4. B. 5. C. 6. D. 7.
() 2. What can we do to relax by putting problems into words?
A. Go to bed. B. Call our friends.
C. Walk on the playground. D. Write down our problems.
() 3. What can we choose to do if we feel sad or angry?
A. To listen to music. B. To study hard.
C. To keep a diary. D. To read our favourite books.
() 4.（新考法·图片理解）Which way can help us calm down before having a test?

() 5. What’s the main idea of the passage?
A. It talks about our stress. B. It tells us how to exercise.
C. It talks about our daily lives. D. It tells us how to lower stress.

1.B 2.D 3.A 4.C 5.D