大学英语听说教程3-Unit-6-Stress.docVIP

PAGE PAGE 6 Unit 6 Stress Part A Pre-listening Task Questions for Discussion 1. What does stress mean? 2. What causes stress to people? 3. Do you sometimes feel you are under stress? What makes you feel stressed? 4. What should we do to deal with stress? Additional Question for Discussion Do you know anything about the life of a police officer? How stressful can it be? Language Focus Here are some sentences and structures that you may find useful in discussing the above questions. Stress is a state of worry due to pressure from too much work or study, heavy responsibilities, the quickened pace of life, etc. Stress arises from feeling overwhelmed because there just seems too much to do and not enough time to do it. I feel stressed / I’m under stress / I’m under great pressure when I feel I can’t live up to my parents’ expectations. I worry a lot about my ability to compete in the job market / what chances there are in the job market when I graduate / how I can best use what I’ve learned at college in my future job. My parents and relatives lay / place greater expectations on me than I can reach. My teachers expect me to do more than I can handle. Being unable to speak English fluently / get on well with my roommates is one of my big worries. Having to take tests of various kinds / complete numerous assignments / do a lot of reading before class puts great pressure on me. The pressure of having to work against a deadline is too much for me. A major change in life, such as losing a job or a death in the family or ending a relationship causes great stress. Stress may be caused by financial problems / poor health / failing a test / disagreements with roommates / misunderstanding between friends / breaking up with one’s best friend. Exercise is one of the most effective ways to relieve stress. Listening to traditional Chinese / classical / light music can ease our minds. Talking to a friend helps to get whatever is worrying you off your chest. Participating in social