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Lesson 16.1: What Is Stress? | Check Your Understanding

1. The body’s reaction to stress is both psychological and _____.
     A. emotional B. short-lived C. physical D. None of the above
2. Identify each of the following stressors as either acute or chronic.
   

   A. invitation to prom.   A. acute B. chronic

   B. living in unsafe neighborhood.   A. acute B. chronic

   C. final exam in chemistry.   A. acute B. chronic

   D. immediate family member diagnosed with cancer.   A. acute B. chronic

3. True or false? Daily hassles do not cause stress.
     A. True B. False
4. Which of the following statements about stress is true?
     A. A person’s perception of an event has no effect on how stressful the event is. B. Although stress is often associated with negative events, positive events can also cause stress. C. Daily life events do not contribute to stress. D. Both A and B
5. List four sources of stress for teenagers.
   
6. Critical Thinking. Analyze the two ways environment can cause stress.
   

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