Sayings Quiz: Talking 1

1. The saying "A nod is as good as a wink to a blind horse" suggests that we can show what we want: a) in a very subtle way b) by nodding and winking c) by explaining carefully

2. The saying "A still tongue makes a wise head" suggests that good judgement comes from: a) speaking b) listening c) tasting

3. If "a word to the wise is enough", then an intelligent person will understand: a) the briefest explanation b) only one-word explanations c) without a word being spoken

4. The proverb "Barking dogs seldom bite" suggests that people who say they are going to do something bad to us usually: a) sound like a dog barking b) bite us c) do nothing

5. If you believe the proverb "Better the foot slip than the tongue", you will probably be most careful when: a) walking b) talking c) eating

6. The proverb "Beware of a silent man and still water" is really a warning about: a) running water b) deep water c) people who don't say much

7. If you agree that "brevity is the soul of wit", you probably enjoy: a) long jokes b) short jokes c) spiritual jokes

8. If it's true that "dumb dogs are dangerous", you should be most careful of a person who is: a) eager to chat at any time b) difficult to engage in conversation c) kind to animals

9. "Empty vessels make the most noise" is a saying that really refers to: a) people b) ships c) containers

10. The saying "Least said soonest mended" advises that a disagreement, for example, will be forgotten most quickly if we: a) write a letter of apology b) take time to say how sorry we are c) say nothing or very little