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quiz on proverb

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 45mins

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1.

In our daily social interaction, we should be used to tell the truth, not lie. The proverb says:

a)

If you play with fire, you’ll get burned

b)

Good things come to those who wait

c)

Honesty is the best policy

d)

If you can’t beat them, join them

2.

Practice makes perfect.

a)

Don’t try to do too many things at the same time; focus on one thing at a time

b)

When you make money quickly, it’s very easy to lose it quickly as well

c)

The more you do something, the better you will become at it

d)

People who are brave and who take risks are more successful than people who are do things safely all the time

3.

The early bird gets the worm.

The proverb means..

a)

People who wake up early or who get to places early have a better chance of success

b)

Don’t wait until tomorrow; don’t procrastinate.

c)

Don’t judge someone or something by appearance alone

d)

Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream If you can do something today, do it.

4.

"The pen is mightier than the sword"

the proverb means ...

a)

Don't criticize other people if you're not perfect yourself.

b)

People like to spend time with others who are similar to them.

c)

Trying to convince people with ideas and words is more effective than trying to force people to do what you want.

d)

When someone has done something bad to you, trying to to force people to do what you want.

5.

"Actions speak louder than words".

What does the proverb mean?

a)

People like to spend time with others who are similar to them.

b)

Don't criticize other people if you're not perfect yourself.

c)

Just saying that you will do something doesn't mean much. Actually doing it is harder and more meaningful.

d)

When someone has done something bad to you, trying to get revenge will only made things worse.

6.

"Don’t bite the hands that feed you". The meaning of the proverb is …

a)

You need to give it a time

b)

Do not hurt someone that is helping you

c)

Watching something does not solve the problem

d)

There is no problem at living someone

7.

All that glitters is not gold.

a)

A satisfactory conclusion makes up for earlier disappointments.

b)

Be blunt and say plainly what you mean.

c)

Everything that is attractive on the outside may not be really valuable inside.

d)

Family ties are stronger than other relationships.

8.

What is the meaning of 'Look before you leap'?

a)

Consider the possible consequences or danger before you act

b)

You shouldn't criticize others when you have similar faults

c)

Ability to survive in dangerous situation

d)

Be content with what you have than to risk losing everything by seeking more

9.

What is the meaning of 'A penny saved is a penny earned'?

a)

We should work hard to get money

b)

It is useful to save money

c)

When you got nothing, you got nothing to lose

d)

People of bad character corrupt all those with whom they come into contact

10.

What is the meaning of 'A friend in need is a friend indeed'?

a)

We should be friend forever

b)

A person who helps at difficult time is truly a reliable person

c)

Friendship is the beauty of the world

d)

Your home is the most comfortable place in the world

11.

What is the meaning of 'like father like son'?

a)

Be strong like your father

b)

A son usually resembles his father

c)

Be a great father for your son

d)

The love of the parents will last forever

12.

What is the meaning of 'honesty is the best policy'?

a)

Be honest when you become an influential person

b)

Honesty will lead you to a happy life

c)

It's better to tell the truth than it is to lie

d)

A good policy will make everything better

13.

You should do it instead of just talking about it. As the saying goes, _______________.

a)

a stitch in time saves nine

b)

actions speak louder than words

c)

the proof of the pudding is in the eating

d)

a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step

14.

Let's sit together and think of a solution to the problem because __________________.

a)

birds of a feather flock together

b)

too many cooks spoil the broth

c)

two heads are better than one

d)

knowledge is power

15.
There's no use crying over _______ milk.
a)
old
b)
spilt
c)
yummy
d)
gross