Whenever Jeff is asked to speak in public, his nerves cause him to feel very nauseous. One time he even threw up in front of his entire church congregation while speaking at the pulpit. Jeff's apprehension is probably a result of his:

a.

fear of being the center of attention

b.

lack of confidence

c.

inexperience & lack of preparation

d.

negative past experiences

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Kasen Meadows

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16 April, 10:03

Whenever Jeff is asked to speak in public, his nerves cause him to feel very nauseous. One time he even threw up in front of his entire church congregation while speaking at the pulpit. Jeff's apprehension is probably a result of his:

a.

fear of being the center of attention

b.

lack of confidence

c.

inexperience & lack of preparation

d.

negative past experiences

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Answers (2)

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Sanai Doyle · Answer 1

A. fear of being the center of attention

Tamia Schmitt · Answer 2

The correct answer should be

a. fear of being the center of attention

What you described is commonly called stage fright. This happens regardless of their confidence or their knowledge and preparations. People can feel like this even if they know ever thing and that's because they don't want others to look at them and listen to them.