Read the passage below and select the BEST interpretation of its meaning.
Amanda handed her teacher a crumpled note written in messy cursive.
"What's this?" Mr. Wilson asked, surprised.
"I'm not allowed to give my speech today," she said.
"Oh?"
"Yeah, this note from my mom says that I'm allergic to public speaking." The girl looked down at her feet and coughed.
"I'm surprised your nose isn't growing like Pinocchio's," Mr. Wilson replied. "It's your turn to give a speech."
What does the literary allusion to the children's story of Pinocchio reveal about Amanda?
1) Amanda is lying about being allergic to public speaking
2) Amanda is telling the truth about being allergic to public speaking
3) Amanda is embarrassed about giving a speech
4) Amanda is a fan of the story of Pinocchio