Indian Folk Proverbs and Adages

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

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

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

  3. A bird in the hand is worth three in the bush.

  4. A bird in the bush is worth three in the hand.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that it is better to have something certain than to risk it for something that is uncertain.

A stitch in time saves nine.

  1. A stitch in time saves nine.

  2. A stitch in time saves ten.

  3. A stitch in time saves eleven.

  4. A stitch in time saves twelve.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that it is better to take care of a small problem now than to let it become a bigger problem later.

The early bird catches the worm.

  1. The early bird catches the worm.

  2. The late bird catches the worm.

  3. The early bird catches the fish.

  4. The late bird catches the fish.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that those who are willing to get up early and work hard are more likely to be successful.

All that glitters is not gold.

  1. All that glitters is not gold.

  2. All that glitters is gold.

  3. All that glitters is silver.

  4. All that glitters is bronze.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that things that seem valuable or attractive may not actually be so.

A rolling stone gathers no moss.

  1. A rolling stone gathers no moss.

  2. A rolling stone gathers moss.

  3. A stationary stone gathers moss.

  4. A stationary stone gathers no moss.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that people who are always moving around and never settle down do not have the opportunity to accumulate wealth or possessions.

There is no place like home.

  1. There is no place like home.

  2. There is no place like away.

  3. There is no place like work.

  4. There is no place like school.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that home is the best place to be.

Blood is thicker than water.

  1. Blood is thicker than water.

  2. Water is thicker than blood.

  3. Blood is thinner than water.

  4. Water is thinner than blood.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that family ties are stronger than any other kind of relationship.

A friend in need is a friend indeed.

  1. A friend in need is a friend indeed.

  2. A friend in need is a friend in deed.

  3. A friend in need is a friend in word.

  4. A friend in need is a friend in thought.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that a true friend is someone who will help you when you need it most.

Honesty is the best policy.

  1. Honesty is the best policy.

  2. Dishonesty is the best policy.

  3. Honesty is the worst policy.

  4. Dishonesty is the worst policy.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that it is always better to be honest, even if it is difficult.

A penny saved is a penny earned.

  1. A penny saved is a penny earned.

  2. A penny saved is a penny lost.

  3. A penny earned is a penny saved.

  4. A penny lost is a penny earned.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that it is important to save money, even if it is just a small amount.

Time is money.

  1. Time is money.

  2. Time is not money.

  3. Money is time.

  4. Money is not time.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that time is valuable and should be used wisely.

A fool and his money are soon parted.

  1. A fool and his money are soon parted.

  2. A fool and his money are never parted.

  3. A wise man and his money are soon parted.

  4. A wise man and his money are never parted.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that foolish people are likely to lose their money quickly.

The devil is in the details.

  1. The devil is in the details.

  2. The devil is in the big picture.

  3. The angel is in the details.

  4. The angel is in the big picture.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that the most important things are often the small things that are easy to overlook.

Practice makes perfect.

  1. Practice makes perfect.

  2. Practice makes progress.

  3. Practice makes mistakes.

  4. Practice makes failure.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that the more you practice something, the better you will become at it.

Where there's a will, there's a way.

  1. Where there's a will, there's a way.

  2. Where there's a way, there's a will.

  3. Where there's a will, there's no way.

  4. Where there's a way, there's no will.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This proverb means that if you are determined to do something, you will find a way to do it.

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