Concept:A fable and an apologue both refer to a short moral tale, often featuring animals.Explanation:A fable is a brief story that teaches a moral lesson.It commonly uses animals or non-human characters that speak and act like humans.The word "apologue" means exactly the same kind of moral fable.Therefore, a fable is also known as an apologue.The other options are incorrect because a parody imitates for humour, a farce is a comedy of exaggeration, and an epigram is a short witty saying.Answer:B. an apologue