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1. -A bad workman always blam

The document presents a series of proverbs and their meanings, asking readers to select the correct interpretation for each. Each proverb conveys a moral or lesson about life, relationships, and human behavior. The questions cover a range of themes, including the value of friendship, the consequences of actions, and the importance of appreciating what one has.

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1. -A bad workman always blam

The document presents a series of proverbs and their meanings, asking readers to select the correct interpretation for each. Each proverb conveys a moral or lesson about life, relationships, and human behavior. The questions cover a range of themes, including the value of friendship, the consequences of actions, and the importance of appreciating what one has.

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1.

"A bad workman always blames his tools" means:


a) A skilled worker never makes mistakes.
b) People often make excuses for their own incompetence.
c) Tools are never the cause of poor work.
d) Good tools guarantee good results.
2. What does the proverb "Absence makes the heart grow
fonder" imply?
a) People forget about each other when they are apart.
b) Separation increases affection and longing.
c) Out of sight, out of mind.
d) Distance leads to indifference.
3. "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" suggests:
a) Take risks to achieve greater rewards.
b) Value what you have over uncertain gains.
c) Always strive for the best, no matter the risk.
d) Be greedy and acquire as much as possible.
4. The proverb "A cat may look at a king" emphasizes:
a) Respect for authority.
b) The importance of social hierarchy.
c) Fundamental equality.
d) The power of royalty.
5. "A drowning man will clutch at a straw" means:
a) Drowning people should grab anything they can.
b) Desperate people will try any means to save themselves.
c) Straws are surprisingly helpful in water.
d) It's important to stay calm in a crisis.
6. What is the meaning of "A fool and his money are soon
parted"?
a) Wealth is easily gained.
b) Intelligent people always become wealthy.
c) Foolish people tend to lose money quickly.
d) Money has no value for a fool.
7. "A friend in need is a friend indeed" highlights:
a) The importance of needing friends.
b) True friends offer help in difficult times.
c) Friends are only useful in emergencies.
d) It is better to rely on oneself than on friends.
8. The proverb "A hungry man is an angry man" suggests:
a) Hunger makes everyone angry.
b) Anger leads to hunger.
c) Irritability can result from hunger.
d) Angry people should eat more.
9. "All’s well that ends well" implies:
a) The beginning is the most important part.
b) A good conclusion makes prior difficulties less significant.
c) Difficulties should be avoided at all costs.
d) Endings are never as important as beginnings.
10. "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" promotes:
a) Visiting the doctor regularly.
b) The health benefits of apples.
c) Avoiding all medical treatment.
d) The importance of a balanced diet with various fruits
11. "A miss is as good as a mile" means:
a) Missing by a small amount is better than missing by a large
amount
b) Missing and failing are effectively the same
c) Small misses can be corrected
d) One should always aim for a mile
12. "A penny saved is a penny gained" advocates for:
a) Earning a lot of money
b) The value of saving money
c) Investing in the stock market
d) Spending money wisely
13. "A rolling stone gathers no moss" can imply:
a) Staying in one place leads to growth
b) Constant movement prevents stagnation
c) Travel is bad for accumulating wealth
d) Moss is a valuable commodity
14. "A stitch in time saves nine" suggests:
a) Sewing is a valuable skill
b) Addressing problems early prevents them from worsening
c) Nine stitches are always better than one
d) Time is not important in repairs
15. "As well be hanged for a sheep as a lamb" means:
a) Small crimes are worse than big crimes
b) Punishment is always fair
c) If the punishment is severe anyway, one might as well commit
a bigger offense
d) Sheep are more valuable than lambs
16. "A small leak will sink a great ship" warns about:
a) The dangers of sailing
b) The importance of ship maintenance
c) Small problems can have disastrous consequences
d) Great ships are always vulnerable
17. "As the twig is bent so the tree’s inclined" refers to:
a) The importance of pruning trees
b) Early influences shape a person's development
c) Trees grow in the direction they are bent
d) People can easily change their habits
18. "As you make your bed so must you lie in it" means:
a) Everyone should make their own bed
b) You must accept the consequences of your actions
c) Beds should be made comfortably
d) Lying in bed is always restful
19. "Better late than never" expresses that:
a) Punctuality is overrated
b) Being late is preferable to not arriving at all
c) It is always better to be early
d) Latecomers should be penalized
20. "Birds of a feather flock together" implies:
a) Birds are social animals
b) People of similar kind tend to congregate
c) Feathers are important for flying
d) Birds that flock together are always friendly

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