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Question

Which one of the following sums up the story best?

Options

  • A bird in hand is worth two in the bush.

  • One is known by the company one keeps.

  • A friend in need is a friend indeed.

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Solution

The line that sums up the story best is “One is known by the company one keeps”.

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