Analyzing Classical Conditioning in Public Speaking Anxiety

Emma has always been anxious about public speaking. When she was asked to present her project in front of the class, she felt a knot in her stomach and her hands began to shake. Not wanting to seem unprepared, Emma decided to memorize her entire speech. However, when she stood in front of her classmates, she completely blanked and forgot parts of what she had memorized, leading to a increase in her anxiety.

Based on the scenario above, describe how classical conditioning could explain Emma's anxiety regarding public speaking. Include specific terminology and concepts in your response.