二、（共1小題；每小題10分，滿分10分）根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容，從短文后的選項(xiàng)中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)．選項(xiàng)中有兩項(xiàng)為多余選項(xiàng)．

36．Surprising ways to beat stress

We all have times when we feel like we're under too much pressure．Many things strike us beyond our control．With an annoying mix of late trains，missed appointments and work deadlines，many of us are living in a constant state of stress．Experts warn，our modern lifestyles mean that stress is almost continuous，and comes without the natural release that either fighting or fleeing might provide．（36）　E　 Conditions vary from mood swings to anxiety，irritability，nervousness and tiredness．In extreme cases，it can even cause headaches，muscle cramps，and digestive problems．But there are a number of things we can do to manage the symptoms．

•（37）　B　

Balancing blood sugar is essential in lowering stress．To maintain its level，you can try to have one small meal every two﹣to﹣three hours that contains protein，for example，breakfast，lunch and dinner plus a mid﹣morning and mid﹣afternoon snack．In this case，your blood sugar will be steady．（38）　D　

•Laugh as you like

（39）　F　 Many studies show that laughter boosts our energy，decreases stress hormones，improves immunity and lessens pains．Try to find humour in life and engage in activities that make you laugh．Don't feel guilty about doing what you love．It will work its magic in your body．

•Schedule your work out timing

It could be the time，rather than the way that determines how effective your workouts would be．（40）　A　 Do energy﹣forming exercises like running or aerobics（有氧運(yùn)動） in the morning，and milder activities in the evening．Try a walk at the end of the day to calm your mind and stretch your muscles．

A．Adapt your exercise routine to the biological clock．

B．Eat little and often．

C．These things are activated by laughing．

D．So will your mood swings．

E．Living with it can lead to a whole range of health problems．

F．Laughter is the best medicine．

G．The aim of exercise is to boost your energy． 英語學(xué)習(xí)  http://ksyfn.com/english/