Question

Why does Sophia M. use the word authentic?

A. to question the restaurant’s commitment to original recipes
B. to criticize the restaurant for not being more modern
C. to praise the restaurant’s traditional cooking
D. to defend the restaurant's lack of allergen-free dishes

Answer 1

Sophia M. use the word authentic because of option C. to praise the restaurant's traditional cooking.

So, based on the option chosen, It is unlikely that Sophia M. would use the word "authentic" to criticize the restaurant for not being original.

In terms of option B. to criticize the restaurant for not being more modern: It is also unlikely that Sophia M. would use the word "authentic" to criticize the restaurant for not being modern.

Therefore, the most likely reason why Sophia M. would use the word "authentic" to describe the restaurant is to praise its traditional cooking.