Step 1: Understanding imagery.
The flower pots are compared in shape and appearance to hats, giving a poetic visual image.
Step 2: Checking options.
(A) hats: Correct, matches the reference.
(B) umbrellas: Incorrect.
(C) sandals: Incorrect.
(D) gloves: Incorrect.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct answer is (A) hats.
“One of these days you’re going to talk yourself into a load of trouble,” her father said aggressively. What do you learn about Sophie’s father from these lines? (Going Places)