Question

[cutemina1211]

In the great depression the empire fell apart like a < >.

a. red herring
b. house of cards
c. pristine cotage
d. poor castle

I don't know the answer, and what each means.
thanks a lot.

[Ouisch]

B. House of cards

This answer refers to a "house" built out of a deck of playing cards. It is very fragile, and the slightest movement or gust of air will knock it over.