Question

responding with empathy at the end of the semester, andrea has to give an oral report in front of the whole class. she practices, but when she stands up, she gets so nervous she drops all of her notes. she is embarrassed and cannot seem to put them back in the proper order. after the presentation, she whispers to her classmate, \this is the worst day ever. i am so embarrassed.\ what response would express empathy toward andrea? - \hopefully you will still get a good grade.\ - \i dont think anyone was paying attention anyway.\ - \that looked really painful. do you want to talk?\ -
ext time, have a backup plan.\

Explanation:

To express empathy, a response should acknowledge Andrea's feelings and offer support. The first option focuses on grades, not feelings. The second minimizes her experience. The fourth gives advice, not empathy. The third acknowledges her pain and offers to talk, showing understanding and support.

Answer:

C. "That looked really painful. Do you want to talk?"