Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorn, and H.P. Lovecrafter
Answer: In truth, in my opinion it is neither, but since you have only two choices, the most correct answer is A-a boss who is making fun of her employee a nostalgic co-worker. Her tone is wistful and light-she is clearly not angry as she recalls how her co-worker was knocked down by the supers and stung repeatedly. She recalls with fondness this experience.
Explanation:
The answer is:
A. shame those acting foolishly or immorally
D. caution audiences or readers about foolish or immoral behavior
Satire is the use of humor, exaggeration or mockery to expose, criticize and indicate other people's flaws or stupidity in a disapproving manner, especially in politics and corruption. As a consequence, it makes something or someone appear ridiculous and makes the audience reflect on society's vices.
C. Unexpected and surprise make it redundant - a surprise should be unexpected!