Universal Truths: Proverbs Across Cultures Quiz

Question 1

Which proverb is similar to 'Actions speak louder than words'?

A Listen more, speak less

B Hear no evil

C Show, don't tell

D Talk is cheap

Question 2

Which is equivalent to 'Don't count your chickens'?

A Don't spend money you don't have

B Don't look a gift horse in the mouth

C Don't cry over spilled milk

D Don't divide the skin before catching the bear

Question 3

What is the equivalent of 'When in Rome' in many cultures?

A Adapt to the surroundings

B Speak the local language

C Follow the local rhythm

D Respect the local gods

Question 4

Which proverb matches 'Better safe than sorry'?

A Better to hide than run

B Better to wait than leave

C Better to be quiet than heard

D Better to be cautious than regretful

Question 5

What means the same as 'Easy come, easy go'?

A Nothing lasts forever

B What comes simply, leaves simply

C Fast money, fast spending

D Win quickly, lose slowly

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