Edlyn could hear her named being called out for the third time as she mentally rehearsed the Thanksgiving poem. Mrs. Barth had given Edlyn the opportunity to recite the Thanksgiving poem in front of her favorite poet, who was sitting among the panel of judges. At first, Edlyn was thrilled with this idea, but now, moments before the event, she was trembling with anxiety. Seeing her miserable condition, Edlyn's friend Veronica hugged her and whispered comforting words in her ears. Hearing her friend's supportive words and seeing her confident smile, Edlyn's nervousness faded away and she felt ready to be on stage.
Which is the best summary of the paragraph?
A.
Edlyn feels nervous about reciting a Thanksgiving poem in front of her favorite author. Her friend Veronica comforts her, and Edlyn feels more confident about performing on stage.
B.
Edlyn panics because she hears her name being called out for the third time on stage for the recitation of the Thanksgiving poem. In the end, Edlyn decides not to go as she feels too nervous.
C.
Edlyn finds out that her favorite poet is going to be among the panel of judges. To impress him, Edlyn decides to recite a Thanksgiving poem in front of him and the entire school.
D.
Edlyn trembles with anxiety as she realizes she has to recite the Thanksgiving poem she wrote in front of her favorite poet. Edlyn's friend Veronica sees this and wonders how she can comfort her friend.
