Underage drinking is illegal and can have negative consequences. Statistics show that alcohol is widely used by those under 21, with 70% having at least one drink by age 18. Underage drinking can impact relationships, school or work performance, and health. It increases risks of car accidents, injuries, unsafe sex, and death. The document discusses real life stories of underage drinking from the novel Twisted and surveys that find peer pressure and lack of supervision contribute to teen drinking. Overall, the key message is that underage alcohol use should be avoided due to its potential effects on one's future.