This reminds me of my nervousness at my cello recital.
Explanation:
A text to self connection demonstrates an understanding of the text by relating a personal experience to the text.
In this case, the main character is described as having sweaty palms and shaking hands, two common examples of nervousness.
Comparing this to stage fright draws a parallel between the similar emotions, and is a good example because the reader has experienced this feeling personally.
Doll collection can be a very expensive hobby in my opinion would make the best topic statement, it leaves the mind wondering and is intriguing and doesn't state facts right off the bat.
