English

Demetrius

15 March, 10:54

Read the passage from Chapters 1-3 of Don Quixote.

At nights he read these romances until it was day; a-day he would read until it was night. Thus, by reading much and sleeping little, he lost the use of his reason.

How does the author use sarcasm in the passage?

A. The author praises romantic literature by describing the positive effects Don Quixote experiences by reading extensively.

B. The author disparages the style of romantic literature by exaggerating Don Quixote's negative reaction to reading romances.

C. The author includes elements of romantic literature by describing Don Quixote's passion and commitment to reading romances.

D. The author mocks romantic literature by explaining that the more Don Quixote reads the less intelligent and functional he becomes.