Question

Read both passages.


Passage 1
Many schools encourage students to participate in clubs and activities after school. These activities help students make friends and learn teamwork. Students involved in clubs often feel more connected to their school.



Passage 2
Some students worry that after-school activities take up too much time. However, participating in clubs allows students to explore interests and develop important social skills. These experiences can make school more enjoyable.


Based on both passages, what statement BEST reflects the author’s claim regarding after-school activities?

Responses

A. After-school activities can make students feel more connected to school
A. After-school activities can make students feel more connected to school - no response given

B. Some students do not like staying after school
B. Some students do not like staying after school - no response given

C. School days are already long
C. School days are already long - no response given

D. Students should be required to join at least one club

Answer 1

A. After-school activities can make students feel more connected to school

Both passages emphasize the benefits of clubs (making friends, learning teamwork, exploring interests, developing social skills) and state that these experiences help students feel more connected and make school more enjoyable.