Riddle

In a dark cave with one match, a coal lump, a lamp, and a stove, what do you light first?

Choose an answer

A.A reflection
B.A ghost
C.A vampire
D.The match
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 8 letters, starting with "T".

Answer

The match

Why this is the answer

Think about the literal properties of a 'the match.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.

This riddle is filed under Expert Riddles for Adults and rated Hard.