We can binge (непрерывно смотреть) shows, exercise and hold Zoom meetings for only so long before the mind needs something more. Plus, creative activity has been scientifically linked (связанный) to improvements in mental health. (This as nearly half of Americans surveyed say their mental health has declined during the pandemic.)
Read more in the Washington Post.
After reading the article answer these questions to check your comprehension.
1. Jeff Kinney has been spending a lot of time in a cemetery, because:
A. He is in mourning (в трауре)
B. He needs a place to think alone
C. Much of his town is closed and there’s nowhere else to go
2. What really helps the artists to stay inspired during the pandemic?
A. Binging (непрерывный просмотр) shows, exercising and Zoom meetings
B. Being flexible, changing activities
C. Staying creatively engaged at work and in their free time
3. Why is it recommended to listen to audio books?
A. They are easy to download
B. They enrich our minds and keep our brains focused
C. They help to survive long hours without boredom
4. What else is recommended to the artists in the article?
A. To keep struggling to create despite the pandemic
B. To create frivolous (несерьезный, поверхностный) art, which is OK now
C. To listen to your heart and to express yourself
5. Which is the best way to survive the crisis, according to comic Dan Perkins?
A. To forgive yourself and even to cut yourself slack (дать себе послабление), if necessary
B. To learn a new instrument or study quantum physics
C. To engage your brain as much as possible
