(1) The benchmark for literature content standard 3 for a student at the end of grade 8 is the ability to:

(a) select a variety of literary works, expressing reasons for personal recommendation, discovery, appreciation, and enjoyment;

(b) apply given criteria to evaluate literary merit and express critical opinions about literary works; and

(c) demonstrate the understanding that the purposes of experiencing literary works include personal satisfaction and the development of lifelong literature appreciation.