Question

Start a collection of proverbs. A proverb is a short, well-known sentence or phrase that gives advice or tells you what is generally true. For example, ‘A stitch in time saves nine’ means ‘If one does something in time or immediately, it saves a lot of work later’. A proverb is also known as a saying. Here are some proverbs for your collection.

• Appearances can be deceptive.
• Do not judge by appearance; a rich heart may be under a poor coat.
• All that glitters is not gold.
• You can’t tell a book by its cover.
• Clothes do not make the man.

Answer 1

1. A friend in need is a friend indeed: A true friend is one who helps and supports you in difficulties.
2. A stitch in time saves nine: Taking immediate action at the right time saves a lot of work later.
3. Every cloud has a silver lining: Something good will result from every difficulty.
4. Blood is thicker than water: Family ties and emotions are stronger than the ties with others.
5. Better be safe than sorry: Sometimes extra caution is better than a rash act.