GE L12 Vocabulary (Effects of Stress on the Body)

What does the word ominously mean in the text?

• In a way that is safe and calm

• In a way that suggests something unpleasant is coming

• In a very noisy way

• In a very funny way

The word pound in the text means:

• To move slowly

• To beat repeatedly with force

• To remain still

• To breathe calmly

Which word means "to suddenly move in a way that is not controlled"?

• Spectre

• Lurch

• Ramp up

• Resilience

The word visceral refers to:

• Logical reasoning

• Deep emotional reactions

• Careful planning

• Long-term effects

Which of these best defines resilience?

• The ability to cope with stress and recover from difficulties

• The ability to memorize information quickly

• The ability to ignore feelings

• The ability to avoid problems completely

Which organ releases adrenaline in response to stress?

• Heart

• Kidneys

• Adrenal glands

• Liver

The hypothalamus is responsible for:

• Digesting food

• Sending fight-or-flight commands

• Pumping blood

• Producing insulin

Which word means "sugar in the blood that gives energy"?

• Bone marrow

• Glucose

• Spleen

• Adrenaline

What is the function of immune cells?

• To store glucose

• To fight diseases and infections

• To regulate heart rate

• To produce adrenaline

Which of these is NOT part of the stress response system mentioned?

• Heart rate increases

• Adrenal glands release adrenaline

• Blood moves to muscles

• Eyes close to rest