It's normal to be stressed before something important. This means that feeling nervous, worried, or anxious before an important event is a common emotion. For example, you might feel stressed before a test, a job interview, or giving a presentation. This kind of stress is natural. Many people feel it, and it can even help you do better because it shows you care.
Examples:
I’m feeling nervous before my English exam. It’s normal to be stressed.
She is worried about her job interview. It’s a big day for her.
They are anxious before the final game. It means a lot to them.
GRAMMAR
We often use the structure "It’s + adjective + to + verb" to describe feelings or actions.
Examples:
It’s normal to be stressed.
It’s important to prepare well.
It’s okay to feel nervous.
We also use the verb "to be" with adjectives to describe how someone feels.
Examples:
I am stressed.
She is nervous.
We are excited.
VOCABULARY
Stressed – Feeling worried or nervous
Nervous – Feeling a little afraid or unsure
Important – Something that matters a lot
Exam – A test at school
Interview – A meeting to ask or answer questions for a job or position
Presentation – Talking to people about a topic
Prepare – To get ready
Worried – Thinking something bad might happen
Anxious – Feeling nervous and excited at the same time
Relax – To feel calm and not stressed
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I’m feeling a little nervous.
It’s going to be fine.
Take a deep breath.
Don’t worry, you can do it!
Everyone feels this way sometimes.
Just do your best.
It’s okay to be nervous.
You are ready.
SENTENCES
Positive:
It’s normal to be stressed before an exam.
She is ready for her presentation.
We are excited about the trip.
Negative:
I am not nervous anymore.
He isn’t stressed now.
They are not worried.
Questions:
Are you stressed about the test?
Is she nervous about the interview?
Are they feeling okay?
Answers:
Yes, I am a little stressed.
No, she isn’t nervous. She feels confident.
Yes, they are fine now.
CONVERSATION
Anna: Hey, Mark. Are you okay?
Mark: I don’t know… I have a big interview tomorrow. I’m really stressed.
Anna: That’s normal. It’s okay to feel that way before something important.
Mark: I prepared a lot, but I still feel nervous.
Anna: That means you care. Just take a deep breath. You are ready.
Mark: Thanks. I’ll try to relax tonight.
Anna: Good idea. And remember, you are not alone. Everyone gets nervous.
Mark: True. Thanks for the support, Anna.
Anna: Anytime. You’ve got this!
LONG READING
Carlos has an important English test tomorrow. He studied for many days, but today he feels nervous. His hands are cold, and his heart beats fast. He says to his friend Lucia, “I don’t know why I feel this way. I studied so much.” Lucia smiles and says, “It’s normal to be stressed. It means you want to do well.” Carlos takes a deep breath. He drinks some water and goes for a short walk. After that, he feels a little better. He tells himself, “I can do this. I am ready.” The next day, Carlos goes to the test and does his best. He feels proud because he tried hard and stayed calm.
Questions and Answers:
Why is Carlos stressed?
Because he has an important English test.
What does Lucia tell Carlos?
She tells him that it’s normal to be stressed.
What does Carlos do to feel better?
He takes a deep breath, drinks water, and goes for a walk.
How does Carlos feel the next day?
He feels calm and ready.
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