Question

read the following sentence.

teens who work summer jobs enjoy increased self–esteem and confidence, an expanded sense of teamwork, and a wholesome work ethic.

which of the following sentences gives the most appropriate support to the thesis above?

a. not every teen likes to work.

b. summer work affords teens both money and independence.

c. some teens may prefer to reserve their summers for school.

d. most teens love the idea of sleeping late and relaxing for summer.

Explanation:

The thesis is about the positive effects of summer jobs on teens (self - esteem, teamwork, work ethic). Option A talks about teens not liking to work, which is not related to the positive effects. Option C is about teens preferring summer for school, not related to the benefits of summer jobs. Option D is about teens wanting to relax in summer, not related to the benefits of summer jobs. Option B says summer work gives teens money and independence, which are additional positive aspects of summer jobs and support the idea that summer jobs are beneficial.

Answer:

B. Summer work affords teens both money and independence.