The verb is in past tense.
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.
D would probably be the most accurate.
The answer is d. keep. Hope this helps!
you are losing balance
like floating stars
extend your hand to extinguish the fire
a spark enough
you do not complete the road
canes required
take my heart
until forever lover
and words ends
ashes remain backward
don't forget me
HOPE THIS HELPS! :)