Stress Quiz

1. Which gland in your body starts the stress response?

A. Lymph gland B. Pituitary gland C. Thyroid gland D. All of the above

2. Acute stress is the most common form of stress. Acute means it happens in a short period of time. Which of these can cause acute stress?

A. Suddenly skidding your car on a slick road B. Skiing down a tricky slope C. Making a presentation to a roomful of people D. Any of the above

3. Which of these is a symptom of acute stress?

4. Chronic stress is the kind that lasts for weeks, months, or longer. Which of these can cause chronic stress?

A. An unhappy marriage B. Ongoing money problems C. Frustration with a job D. All of the above

5. Stress can affect not just your health, but also other parts of your life. What else can be affected by stress?

A. Family relationships B. Work performance C. Your attention to safety D. All of the above

6. Which is a helpful way to deal with stress?

A. Meditation B. Exercise C. Talking with others D. All of the above

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