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 are often seen as providing valuable information to readers, similar to a consumer advocate. They analyze and evaluate books, giving insights that help readers decide if a book is worth their time. Option A is about a corporation's financial motives, which is not the role of a literary critic. Option B, being a friend who only writes positive things, is not an objective literary critic. Option D, being a comedian making jokes, is not the main role of a literary critic.

Answer:

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