Question

A humorous imitation of a serious piece of literature is known as a(n):

A. Satire
B. Parody
C. Comedy
D. Both A and B are correct

Answer 1

I'd say the correct answer is D) both A and B are correct. Satire and parody are imitations of a serious piece of literature. 

Answer 2

B. Parody

Step-by-step explanation:

Parody is an activity which is performed to imitate or make fun of or to comment on a work originally done in a humorous way. It might be a piece of literature or writing. It can be referred to an artistic work or any person or any idea. A parody could be serious or humorous, but most are serious. For Example, Copying another person's facial expression and style while talking in humorous way is an Parody.