CLEAN : Pandemic pushes US teens into working to help support their families

The transcript discusses a student's experience balancing work, school, and family responsibilities during the pandemic. The student shares their family's financial struggles, the impact of job losses, and the strategies they use to manage time effectively. The narrative highlights the importance of education and the support systems in place to help students stay on track despite challenges. The student reflects on the lessons learned about work ethic and the significance of education in achieving a better future.

What type of jobs did the speaker's father take up after losing his job?

• Retail

• Construction

• Food delivery

• Teaching

What motivates the speaker to continue working despite the challenges?

• Their wallet

• Their friends

• Their teachers

• Their hobbies

How does the speaker manage their schoolwork effectively?

• By skipping classes

• By doing homework at night

• By organizing tasks during the school day

• By asking friends for help

What lesson did the speaker learn about education?

• It's not important

• It requires manual labor

• It teaches work ethic

• It's easy to manage

What impact do family obligations have on students, according to the speaker?

• They improve academic performance

• They make students more focused

• They distract students from school

• They have no impact

What support is provided to help students manage their obligations?

• Tutoring services

• Time management assistance

• Sports programs

• Financial aid

What tough choices do students face due to family obligations?

• Choosing between sports and music

• Choosing between hobbies and studies

• Choosing between college and work

• Choosing between friends and family