A report by the National Council on Teacher Quality says that teaching at state-owned schools does not attract youngsters with talent and skill. But, for a surprisingly large number of bright young people, Teach for America — which sends graduates to free, state-owned, rural and urban schools for two years — has become the next step after graduation.
The reason for the above could be all of the following EXCEPTThe puzzle is that ordinary teaching at state-owned schools does not attract many talented young people, but Teach for America does.
So the correct answer should be something that does
not explain why Teach for America is attractive.
(A) The Teach for America programme offers as much compensation to participants as other teaching programmes do.
This is correct. If Teach for America offers only the same compensation as other teaching programs, that does not explain why it attracts many bright young people while ordinary teaching programs do not.
(B) The programme draws those who want to contribute to improving society while keeping their options open.
This could explain the attraction. A two-year public-service program may appeal to graduates who want meaningful work without making a permanent career choice.
(C) The participants are interested in building an ever-more impressive resume.
This could explain the attraction. Teach for America may look good on a resume, so talented graduates may join for career reasons.
(D) Graduates do not mind delaying their long term career decisions.
This could explain the attraction. Since the program lasts only two years, it may appeal to graduates who are not ready to commit to a long-term career.
(E) Commitment to public service is a trend with the present generation.
This could explain the attraction. If public service is popular among young people, Teach for America may draw many talented graduates.
Answer: (A)