Ⅵ. 任务型阅读。
Work Hard，Play Hard
It can be difficult to make time for hobbies when we have important things to do. But hobbies matter more than you might think.
Physical hobbies like hiking or tennis keep you fit，reduce stress，and improve memory and focus. Other types of hobbies can also keep us healthy. Some scientists believe that making music can lower our blood pressure and make our body stronger. This makes it harder for us to fall sick. Playing an instrument also keeps our brains young.
Hobbies also support emotional well - being. Creative activities like painting or writing let you express negative feelings and build self - esteem. One study found that 45 minutes of art - making left most participants feeling more confident.
Yet balance is key. Screen - heavy hobbies such as gaming and online chatting can cause eye strain or poor sleep，and doing them alone may lead to loneliness. Instead，choose outdoor hobbies：fresh air，green spaces，and quiet help you relax. And if you go hiking or fly a kite in the park，you can take a friend with you! Hanging out with friends reduces loneliness and can be a good way to build relationships.
No matter your hobby，make time for it. After all，all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy!

(1) reduce stress (2) making music/Playing an instrument (3) Creative (4) gaming and online chatting (5) help you relax

1. 定位第二段首句“Physical hobbies like hiking or tennis keep you fit，reduce stress，and improve memory and focus.”，可知Physical Hobbies的影响包括reduce stress。
2. 第二段提到“making music can lower our blood pressure... Playing an instrument also keeps our brains young”，Hobbies about Music的例子为making music/Playing an instrument。
3. 第三段“Creative activities like painting or writing”表明例子为Painting, writing的爱好类型是Creative。
4. 第四段“Screen - heavy hobbies such as gaming and online chatting”指出其例子为gaming and online chatting。
5. 第四段“outdoor hobbies：... help you relax”说明Outdoor Hobbies的影响之一是help you relax。

Ⅶ. 书面表达。
对于学业压力较大的初中生而言，课后的课余时间是调节状态的重要时段。为了解八年级同学课余活动的安排情况，某中学开展了相关调查。请你以该校学生的身份，写一篇短文描述调查结果并分享你的看法。
内容包括：
1. 描述调查结果并谈谈你对该结果的看法；
2. 介绍你课余时间常做的一项活动及原因；
3. 呼吁同学们合理规划课余时间，做到学习与放松平衡。
参考资料：

注意：
词数80个左右，开头已给出（不计入总词数）；
可适当补充细节，使行文连贯；
不得出现真实姓名、校名等信息。

Recently, our school did a survey on how eighth-graders spend their free time. Here are the results: 42% take after-school classes, 33% watch short videos, and 25% read novels or popular science books.
In my opinion, too many after-school classes may make students stressed. Watching short videos too much is bad for eyes, and it's a pity fewer students read.
As for me, I often read books. It helps me relax and learn new things.
Let's plan free time well to balance study and relaxation!

1. 描述调查结果：用百分比说明三种活动占比（兴趣班42%、阅读25%、刷短视频33%）。2. 看法：兴趣班比例高可能带来压力，刷短视频过多伤眼，阅读比例低可惜。3. 个人活动：选择阅读，原因是放松和学知识。4. 呼吁：合理规划时间，平衡学习与放松。使用简单句和常见连接词，符合八年级语法水平。