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What has four fingers and one thumb, but is not alive?

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Why this works

This riddle plays on the common characteristics of a glove, which is designed to fit over a human hand. The "four fingers and one thumb" refers to the glove's shape, mimicking a hand. However, the twist is that, despite resembling a hand, a glove is an inanimate object, making it "not alive." This clever wordplay leads to a fun realization that something we often associate with life—like a hand—can be represented by something entirely lifeless!

Common Wrong Answers

“A hand”

A hand is alive and is part of a living organism, whereas the riddle specifies that the answer is not alive.

“A claw”

A claw is usually associated with a living creature, like a bird or a crab, and does not fit the description of something that is not alive.

“A puppet”

While a puppet can have fingers and a thumb, it is typically controlled by a person, making it not a suitable answer as it suggests a living interaction.

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