T. J. shows up at church with his new friends. Think of a time when you saw an old friend spending time with new friends. Which statement explains how T. J. is most likely feeling as he approaches his old friends?

Question

He wants his old friends to be jealous of him and his new friends.
He wants his new friends to see how great his old friends are.
He wishes his old friends would become friends with his new friends.
He hopes his old friends will convince him to leave his new friends.

Answer 1

The statement that most likely explains how T. J. is feeling as he approaches his old friends is:

He wishes his old friends would become friends with his new friends.

This suggests an optimistic and inclusive attitude, indicating that T. J. values both his old and new friendships and hopes to integrate the two groups.