Question

according to the article five stars for literary critics, what is one role that a literary critic fulfills?
a. a corporation or publisher, who wants a book to do well for financial reasons
b. a friend of the author, who always writes positive things about a new book
c. a consumer advocate, who gives the reader information about a new book
d. a comedian, who makes jokes about a book in order to impress the reader

Explanation:

Literary critics evaluate and inform readers about literary works. Their role is to act as a consumer - advocate, providing information about new books to help readers make informed decisions. Options A and B are biased roles, and D is not a typical role of a literary critic.

Answer:

C. A consumer advocate, who gives the reader information about a new book