In the view of the writer, drinking under age is an offence because
A
adults want to have all the to themselves
B
adults do not want juveniles to get drunk
C
drunken juveniles can cause disorder in society
D
adults have a duty to protect young persons
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The passage argues that delinquency is a concept created by adults to preserve privileges for themselves. It states that offences like underage drinking exist mainly "to preserve some of the good things of life for the exclusive enjoyment of the adult world."
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #15268)