Multiple choice softskills creativity

What is nothing but holes tied to holes, yet is as strong as iron?

  1. sponge

  2. nothing

  3. chain

  4. holes

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

This is a classic riddle. A chain consists of links (the 'holes') that are connected (tied) to one another. Despite being composed of these open loops, the collective structure made of metal is as strong as iron. A sponge has holes but is not strong like iron.