Question

steve coogan and john c. reilly deliver dynamite performances that capture the expressions and physicality of the star comedians without ever descending into caricature. source: new york times
in the sentence above, caricature has the same or almost the same meaning as:
depression
parody
simplicity
wickedness

Explanation:

• Caricature: A representation that exaggerates or distorts characteristics for comic effect.
• Parody: A humorous or satirical imitation that often exaggerates features (similar to caricature's essence of exaggeration for effect).
• Depression: Refers to a state of low mood or economic downturn (unrelated to the meaning of caricature).
• Simplicity: Means being simple (no connection to the concept of caricature).
• Wickedness: Relates to being evil (not similar to caricature).

Answer:

B. parody