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Do you blank out, freeze up or feel so nervous in exams that you have trouble writing answers to questions you knew just the night before? If so, you likely have a case of test anxiety. But don't worry. By recognizing the problem, you are taking the first step towards overcoming it.

Believe it or not, a bit of nervousness can sharpen your mind, allowing you to perform more quickly. This is because under pressure, the body releases (释放) the hormone adrenaline (肾上腺素), which prepares it for something important that will happen. However, too much anxiety can result in sleeplessness, loss of appetite before tests, and poor performance. Some people might feel hot or even sick.

If you worry a lot or are a perfectionist, you are more likely to have trouble with test anxiety. Those who have prepared poorly for a test or have had negative(负面的) experiences taking tests may also experience test anxiety. When you feel a storm of anxiety coming on, stop what you're doing and make your mind a blank. If possible, actually tell yourself to "STOP!" This will get your mind off the pressure.

Then think of being at a place of comfort and let your body relax. As you continue the test, find questions you know the answers to and answer them first. This will help you become confident.

Talk to yourself using positive language. Make it a habit to replace each negative thought with a good reason. For example: "I've studied hard and I know the material, so I'm ready to do the best I can."

Another thing you can do is to learn to accept mistakes. In fact, they can be valuable learning opportunities.

Last but not least, start test preparation early——three to five days ahead of the quiz or test. After all, good study habits and skills——for example, time management and note-taking —— will give you the feeling that you are in control.

67. According to the text, people who ________ are more likely to have trouble with test anxiety.

A. worry a lot or are perfectionists B. prepare poorly for a test

C. have failed in tests before D. all of above

68. Which of the following is NOT the way to beat nerves according to the author?

A. Stop what you are doing and try to relax. B. Talk to your teacher or friends.

C. Make a full test preparation early. D. Learn to accept mistakes.

69. From the text, we know it is NOT true that ________.

A. test anxiety makes you fail to work out the problems that are really difficult.

B. a little of test anxiety might be helpful to some students.

C. some students can't sleep well before the test.

D. some students fail in the test because of anxiety.

70. What would be the best title for the text?

A. What is test anxiety. B. Why we have test anxiety.

C. How to beat nerves. D. Develop a positive attitude.