B1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz
Leo had always found public speaking challenging. He was preparing for a major speech at his university, and he felt incredibly nervous. The idea of facing a large audience was truly scary for him. He knew he had to develop his skills, but it was a daily struggle. He had been rehearsing his lines in advance for weeks.
One of his main issues was managing his anxiety. Sometimes, he would get completely stuck and that could affect his final grade. His professor had advised him to express the main purpose of his presentation clearly first. He personally believed that a good speech should be given with confidence.