deep breath. ok..everyone is going to be feeling the same as you...few people feel comfortable just speaking in front of a crowd of friends for 1 minute on an unknown topic. so you will all be feeling nervous, stupid, crappy...etc.

if they laugh at you it's because they are nervous...not because you are stupid. because they are afraid they might make the same mistake...it's normal for a lot of people to laugh when nervous...it's a release of tension. don't sweat it or take it personally

that day...eat breakfast. a good one...protien. so your body has something to run on. wear your favorite clothes...something lucky.

when it's your turn....stand up there take a deep breath, stand relaxed, like you are chatting with your friends...which you are...& talk as best you can about the topic. say what you can...don't sweat it. if you can't look at peoples faces pick a spot just above someone's face & watch that...but look around at a few different spots...so it looks like you are making contact with a few people.

be yourself. if you are funny...be funny. have fun with it. if jokes come to mind..tell them...as long as it's on topic you are meeting the criteria of your assignment.

it's 1 minute. not very long...it will feel long but really it will be over in a heartbeat. & i hate to say it but this teacher is giving you a good skill..to be able to stand & think on your feet like this is awesome. it will come in handy in the future for you...plus speaking in front of your peers will too.

i love speaking in front of crowds...did it for my work...some crowds were good, some not so good...don't try to speak to adults..you are talking to your friends...always tailor to your group.

you will survive & do fine. don't worry about it.