I was a bundle of nerves in my first French oral exam.
being very anxious or tense.
My first day at my new school was horrible. I felt like a fish out of water.
being uncomfortable in a situation
Mum used to get really wound up if I didn’t eat the food she made.
get very anxious or irritated.
Dealing with problems isn’t easy, but I know that if I hang in there, things will get better.
not give up despite difficulties.
I have mixed feelings about changing schools.
partly positive and partly negative reaction to something.
I always go to pieces before an exam.
very upset or nervous
Teachers really stress me out when they give us projects to do just before exam week.
being in a bad mood because you are anxious or tired.
I’m studying really hard this year. I hope I can keep it up so I can get good grades all year.
continue working hard.