Context: My big problem was that I was shy and hated to speak the language . I was so afraid of how stupid I sounded and had a lot of problems with the accent . I was willing to fail the course if it required that I speak the language but luckily it never came to that .
Question: Why was I so intent on not speaking the language ?
Option 0: I did not need the course credit to continue on my graduation path .
Option 1: I felt underprepared and was worried about my teacher 's disappointment in me .
Option 2: None of the above choices .
Option 3: My insecurity bout correct pronunciation led me to think I would be ridiculed .
Answer: 3