Question

He went at the pirate like a robin at a worm. Why has this comparison been used here?

Just like the robin catches the worm,

a) Custard attacked the pirate after careful observation.

b) Custard attacked the pirate without delay.

c) Custard attacked the pirate valourously.

d) Custard attacked the pirate stealthily​

Answer 1

This comparison has been used here to show that Custard attacked the pirate after careful observation.

Why narrator has made this comparison?

• The narrator made this comparison to show that Custard was very careful while he planned to attack the Pirate.
• He walked as slow as a worm so Pirate wouldn't suspect anything.
• He walked so slowly on the leaves so that there is no sound or noise that would make the pirate suspicious.
• It was his careful planning that made the attack successful.
  
  Thus, option a) is correct.

Answer 2

Answer: help the answer

custard attacked the pirate without delay