Read the excerpt from "a new biographical approach," by emily toth. [chopin’s] first short story collection, bayou folk—mostly local-color stories of cloutierville-area people—gained nationwide acclaim. according to the excerpt, which best describes the public’s response to chopin’s first collection? chopin was widely accepted by literary critics for her fantastical writing. chopin was widely accepted by literary critics as a regional writer. chopin was widely accepted by literary critics for her sensual themes. chopin was widely accepted by literary critics for her feminist ideals.