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课时达标(四) Ⅰ.阅读理解 主题语境：社会热点问题　难度：☆☆☆　限时：8_min (2020·湖北华中师大一附中临门一脚)In the wild, a zebra feeding on grass in the African plain, is calm and anxiety­free. Until he senses the nearby lion, crouched and ready to pounce. Then the zebra's anxiety level skyrockets and off he dashes. When the lion gives up the chase, the zebra goes back to his vegetarian meal and his anxiety level returns to zero, his tail unconsciously patting at harmless flies. With the novel coronavirus, it certainly feels like we're being threatened. You might expect some anxiety—you might feel like a zebra being hunted by a lion. However, experts say don't panic, stay calm. Following COVID­19 terms is important. By doing so, we actually reduce the threat. Less threat equals less anxiety. Cut back on media. Leaving CNN on while reading The Washington Post while trolling Facebook hurts in at least two ways: reduces focus and increases anxiety. Stick with limited resources. I recommend the CDC for coronavirus news updates and one or two local media outlets, to keep pace with updates in your community. Help fight off the feeling of isolation by staying in touch with friends and family, be it via Facetime, Google Hangout or a simple phone call. I rang my cousin, Ian, who lives in a Boston suburb, and felt relief just knowing someone else shares some of the same worries, even if he is more than 900 miles away. But seeing someone else's face can make an immense difference. And not just for you. Don't forget to move. We tend to sit, especially at home or at a desk. Get the blood flowing. Try not to think of this as isolation, but as “me” time or a chance to look for new opportunities or tackle chores. This coronavirus might be with us for a bit, so keep the creative juices flowing. You have a large community to lean on and we're all experiencing some frustration, challenges and sufferings, but in a stage with lots of patience, inspiration and knowledge. Don't let it go to waste. Anxiety can be unhealthy, so do