One day, while I was walking on the street, I heard the piano music and singing rising above the noise of the people. I stopped and saw a young lady sitting at a piano.

She was singing songs about love. The way she was singing made me a little comfortable. I stood there watching her playing on such a crowded New York square. I thought that she must be brave enough to perform in front of so many people.

She noticed me. I walked over and told her how good her music sounded. “Thank you.” she said.

“I have been going through a hard time recently, but you’ve made me hopeful again.” I said to her.

“I’m glad that I could help,” she replied, “Why are you so sad?”

“Well, my mom has lost her job, and I’m not sure what to do …”

“Did you notice the way you were walking? Your head was down.” she said. “Don’t be upset, because opportunity (机遇) comes in different ways and if your head is down, you might not see it. You should smile more… lift your head up.”

I looked at her, surprised at how she was encouraging (鼓励) me. “Why are you playing the piano here?” I asked her with a smile.

She explained that she saw a lot of unhappy people in the world and she tried to cheer them up by playing music.

I smiled a little wilder, realizing that no difficulties could stop me from going on.

1.The writer and the young lady were ___________ in the passage.

A. strangers (陌生人) B. lovers C. relatives (亲戚) D. friends

2.The writer felt ___________ at first while walking in the street.

A. nervous B. angry C. happy D. sad

3.Why did the young lady play music and sing on a crowded square?

A. Because her mother lost job.

B. Because she wanted to make some money.

C. Because she wanted to make people happy.

D. Because she wanted to practice playing the piano in public.

4.Which of the followings didn’t the lady tell the writer to do?

A. To walk with head up. B. To smile more.

C. To see in different ways. D. Not to be upset.

5.What do you think of the lady?

A. She was brave and kind-hearted. B. She was shy and honest.

C. She was bored and hard-working. D. She was strict with herself.

In today’s society , every day we may face some kinds of stress and difficulties from work、school or family. They can influence both our bodies and our minds. So learning how to deal with stress is very important for keeping healthy. Well, how do we reduce stress. In my opinion , the best ways are exercise and to make contact with nature(亲近自然).

For example, we don’t have to go to a gym or spend much money on exercise fact, walking or riding to work are all suitable for exercise. The second way of dealing with stress to make contact with nature. You can take many ways, including walking in the forests ,hiking in the mountains or walking in the garden is very great and if you can make contact with her, you can enjoy the smell and the sight(风景) of green plants and then let us feel_____.

Some of these activities can let you get exercise, but also you can enjoy the beauty of your garden every day. So, take my advice and start now, if you meet some kinds of pressure in your work or study. Good luck!

1.Which is NOT true according the passage?

A. Stress comes from school and family

B. Stress is only bad for our bodies.

C. Reducing(减少) stress is very important for us .

D. Making contact with nature is one of the best ways of reducing stress.

2.If you want to exercise you don’t have to __________ .

A. do housework B. walk

C. go to a gym D. ride a bike

3.Which way of making contact with nature is not mentioned according to the passage ?

A. Walking in the forests.

B. Hanging out in the park

C. Climbing up the mountains.

D. Doing something in the garden.

4.The underlined word “delighted” means _________ .

A. happy B. excited C. nervous D. energetic

5.Walking in your garden makes you _______.

A. get exercise

B. contact with nature

C. neither get exercise nor contact with nature

D. both get exercise and contact with nature

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