Based on context clues in this sentence, what is most likely the meaning of
the word chastise?
When Jacob's mom was disappointed in him, she always let him know;
this time, he could see that she was about to chastise him for staying
up late playing video games the night before the big math test.
A. To help or assist
B. To scold or criticize
C. To make excuses for
D. To praise for good behavior