In the saying “Birds of a feather flock together,” what does “birds of a feather” refer to?
Birds of a feather are people who are alike in some way, such as in their traits or interests. The full saying suggests that similar people tend to associate.
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In the saying “Birds of a feather flock together,” what does “birds of a feather” refer to?
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Correct answer C
Birds of a feather are people who are alike in some way, such as in their traits or interests. The full saying suggests that similar people tend to associate.
Option feedback
Option A
A shared office tells us where people work, but does not by itself show personal similarity.
Option B
A shared class does not by itself show that the students are alike.
Option C
People with similar traits or interests captures the similarity at the heart of the idiom.
Option D
Sharing a train does not establish similar character or interests.
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