Read the paragraph and answer the question. The wrestler was as strong as an ox. He set a world record in weight lifting and was able to bench press almost a thousand pounds. He once lifted a baby elephant out of a muddy river and returned it to safety. Many people told tales about his achievements, but he was also known for being kind and generous. He helped the older folks in town and repaired old telephone poles.
Which words help you understand the meaning of the phrase “strong as an ox”?
A. “kind and generous”
B. “lifted a baby elephant”
C. “helped the older folks in town”
D. “repaired old telephone poles”