Correct option is C
The chronological sequence in which the mentioned works of T. S. Eliot were first published:
(A) The Sacred Wood - This collection of essays was first published in 1920. It includes essays on various literary and cultural topics.
(C) The Metaphysical Poets - This essay by T. S. Eliot was first published in 1921. In this essay, Eliot explores the work of metaphysical poets like John Donne and George Herbert.
(D) The Function of Criticism - This essay was first published in 1923. It delves into the role and purpose of literary criticism.
(E) The Use of Poetry and the Use of Criticism - This collection of essays and lectures was first published in 1933. It reflects Eliot's thoughts on the relationship between poetry and criticism.
(B) Notes towards the Definition of Culture - This work was first published in 1940. In it, Eliot examines the concept of culture and its significance in society.
T. S. Eliot's essays and writings have had a profound impact on literary criticism and the understanding of poetry. His exploration of the relationship between literature and culture has been influential in the field of literary studies.