How are they alike?

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Elephant's side and a wall.

Elephants knee and a tree.

Elephant's ear and a fan.

Elephants tail and a rope.
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Need help figuring out how they are alike.

I got "big and sturdy" for #1
and "long and whippy" for #4

please help thank you.

Imagine a blind person feeling an elephant. The knee might feel like the knot on a tree.

What do you think s/he might think of when feeling a fan and an elephant's ear?

To determine how the given pairs are alike, we can observe the characteristics of each item and look for similarities.

1. Elephant's side and a wall:
- Both are known for their size and stability.
- They provide support and protection.

2. Elephant's knee and a tree:
- Both have a joint-like structure.
- They provide support and flexibility.

3. Elephant's ear and a fan:
- Both have a thin and flat shape.
- They are made of a material that can move when air is blown.

4. Elephant's tail and a rope:
- Both are flexible and long.
- They can be used for grasping and pulling.

So, to summarize the similarities:
- Elephant's side and a wall: Big and sturdy, provide support and protection.
- Elephant's knee and a tree: Joint-like structure, provide support and flexibility.
- Elephant's ear and a fan: Thin and flat, movable when air is blown.
- Elephant's tail and a rope: Flexible and long, can be used for grasping and pulling.

Hope this helps!