The young author's first novel received mixed reviews from literary critics. While some praised her innovative narrative structure, others found the experimental style confusing and difficult to follow.
As used in the text, what does the word "mixed" most nearly mean?
enthusiastic
hostile
varied
fictional
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. The passage shows both positive responses ("praised") and negative ones ("confusing"), indicating a range of opinions. "Varied" captures this sense of different, diverse reactions.
Choice A is incorrect because "enthusiastic" would suggest only positive reviews. Choice B is incorrect because "hostile" would suggest only negative reviews. Choice D is incorrect because "fictional" means imaginary, irrelevant to review quality.