Which "rule" is typical in a writing workshop or peer review session?

Readers (reviewers) should argue their points of view as in a formal debate.

Each reader must speak only once and for a set and equal period of time.

The writer should just listen to the readers' feedback, without explaining or justifying.

The writer of the draft should introduce it by explaining why he or she wrote it that way.

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The typical "rule" in a writing workshop or peer review session is that the writer should just listen to the readers' feedback, without explaining or justifying. This approach allows for honest and constructive criticism without the writer's explanations potentially influencing the reviewers' perspectives. The focus is on gathering feedback to improve the work rather than defending it during the session.