Question

In this comparison from Walden, “like pygmies we fight with cranes,” what is being compared?

A. pygmies and fighting
B. fighting and cranes
C. cranes and people
D. people and pygmies

Answer 1

Well, i go for C and D.
I'm sure the answer is D.

Hope this helps :)
Let me know if it is correct

Answer 2

D. People and pygmies

Explanation:

In this comparison, pygmies are directly compared to "we", that is, people. Although not explicitly stated as to what "we" refers to, it is quite evident that "we" refers to an entity.

Thus, Walden is explaining how people fight with cranes the same way pygmies fight with cranes.