Pauline Kael's Scathing Review of the Sound of Music, Which

question 10

Multiple Choice

Pauline Kael's scathing review of The Sound of Music, which led to her firing, illustrates what important principle for critics?

• A) "Don't jump to conclusions."
• B) "Audiences are often as good judges as professional critics."
• C) "It is important to know what you're looking at."
• D) "Context is essential."

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