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Question
Proverbs are short, wise sayings. For example — Look before you leap. This means that we should think carefully before we take any action. Here are some popular English proverbs. Read them aloud together and discuss what each could mean.
- Old is gold
- As you sow so shall you reap
- Unity is strength
- United we stand divided we fall
- A friend in need is a friend indeed.
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Solution
- Old is gold - One who is in my contact for a long time is more reliable or worthier than others.
- As you sow so shall you reap — You will have to bear the consequences (good or bad) of your action.
- Unity is strength – If we are together we will be strong enough to overcome any problem.
- United we stand divided we fall — If we are together we win, if not we lose.
- A friend in need is a friend indeed — A friend who gives you help when you need is a true friend.
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