The answer is the first one.
In "Writers often disavow the notion of a 'literary duty'" the author conveys a somewhat condescending attitude, as if they would always follow this and set aside anyone who said otherwise. This attitude says the author is looking down on them, and that the author believes that many authors do not meet their standards.
Another answer I would consider is "...writers ruined by their shrill commitments." However, there is no context or clear tone. The author could be mournful of the lost potential for all we know.
the boys use the sticks and rocks to start the fire
The eight letter would be K. hope that helped
Answer:
Reason
Explanation:
This is because the conjunction "since" has been used which is used to show the reason
they show they care by encourging each other and being there for each other.