Sorry, I would need to see paragraph 1 to answer this.
Answer:
B. a classification or category of writing with a set of shared features
Explanation:
I had this on a quiz and it said it was right
Maybe the last one because the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning: the irony of her reply, “How nice!” ... a technique of indicating, as through character or plot development, an intention or attitude opposite to that which is actually or ostensibly stated.
The Time Machine was originally published in 1895.
He was curious on why they were there in the first place and thats when he met the boy.