What is the background in the story the gift of the magi

Which two sentences in this excerpt from theodore dreiser my brother paul are examples of characterization that suggest paul is a superstitious person?

Walking is not the most exciting form of exercise a person can take on for fitness. yet it is low impact and requires no fancy equipment. that makes walking a simple activity for those new to exercise. walking is less likely than other exercises to cause injury to leg tendons and muscles. all it requires is a good pair of sneakers-no cables, stylish outfits, or weights required. of course, a person could increase the benefit of a workout by adding weights or speed walking. identify the main idea of this paragraph. walking is a difficult and safe exercise for beginners. walking is an easy and safe exercise for beginners. walking is a boring and dangerous form of exercise. walking is an exciting and very effective form of exercise.

As you read in this lesson, satire depends on the audience recognizing and agreeing with the satirist’s implicit criticism of his or her target. how effective can satire be in shaping behavior or opinions if the audience is always in on the joke and thus never the target? your answer should be at least 250 words.