I think D<span>. subtopics of the main subject of the memo</span>
I would say C, it compares it to a honeycomb and a mammoth therefore comparing it to animals.
Infinitive phrases, and participial phrases can function as adjectives.
Participial phrases always function as adjectives; infinitive phrases can be used as adjectives.
In the story, the conflict between the brothers was due to the idea of Ernie believing Alfonso's "girl" Sandra as the very same girl that stood him up. He wanted to get even with her which left his younger brother enraged and thus began the argument.