Question

question 1 of 20 read this passage: leigh was nervous about her piano recital and paced behind the curtain until she was called to the stage. as she walked toward the spotlight, she took a deep breath and smiled at the audience. which word could best replace the word nervous without changing the overall meaning of the passage? a. confident b. worried c. terrified d. calm

Explanation:

The word "nervous" implies a state of unease or mild - anxiety. "Worried" has a similar meaning of being concerned or uneasy. "Confident" is the opposite, "terrified" is too extreme, and "calm" is also the opposite.

Answer:

B. Worried