Adages and Proverbs
Unknown Grade•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can explain the meaning of common adages and proverbs and give examples of how they are used in everyday life.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 5 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What does the adage "better safe than sorry" mean? Provide an example of a situation in which this adage might apply.
2. Explain the meaning of the proverb "a watched pot never boils." Can you think of a time when you experienced this feeling? Describe the situation.
3. How does the adage "the early bird catches the worm" apply to academic success? Give a specific example from your own experience or observations.
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