How does a writer develop an argument of critique?

Question

A. By stating an assertion about a literary text and developing certain topics to support that assertion.
B. By using details from a text to judge the value of the text and whether the author achieved their goal in writing it.
C. By crafting an eye-catching paragraph based on details from a literary text.
D. By gathering information from a text to present the main facts about the text to an audience.

Answer 1

The best answer is B. By using details from a text to judge the value of the text and whether the author achieved their goal in writing it.

This option reflects the core of a critique, which involves analyzing and evaluating a literary work, assessing its effectiveness, thematic depth, and overall contribution. While option A touches on assertion and support, option B encompasses the critical analysis aspect more thoroughly by focusing on judgment and evaluation of the author's goals and the text's value.