Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two, given.
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Why was the author afraid to try out the technique in the deep end? Answer in one sentence.
Answer as written by the student:
The author was afraid to try out the technique in the deep end because he had no confidence in his ability to breathe in the water .
Step-by-step explanation of the answer:
To answer this question, we need to read the second sentence of the extract carefully. 📜
- It says that though the author soon acquired confidence in the technique, he was afraid to try it out in the deep end. 😨
- This means that the author had a fear or a doubt that prevented him from trying out the technique in the deep end. What was it? 🤔
- The fear or doubt that the author had was lack of confidence in his ability to breathe in the water . He was not sure if he could apply the technique successfully in the deep end, where he could not touch the bottom or stand up. He was worried that he might drown or suffocate if he failed to breathe properly. 😱
Therefore, the author was afraid to try out the technique in the deep end because he had no confidence in his ability to breathe in the water . This is how he shows his weakness and insecurity as a swimmer. 🎉
