Proverbial Wisdom

Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.

103. Least said is soonest mended.

Old Proverb

104. Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.

Sir Richard Steele (1672-1729)

The Tatler, No. 147

105. The man who does all he can, in a low station, is more a hero than he who omits any worthy action he is able to accomplish in a great one.

Sir Richard Steele (1672-1729)

Spectator, No. 248

106. Set a thief to catch a thief.

Old Proverb

107. More vacant pulpits would more converts make.

John Dryden (1631-1700)

The Hind and the Panther, Pt III, line 182

108. He that wold not when he might,
He shall not when he wold-a.

Old Ballad (1609)

The Baffled Knight, or Blow Away the Morning Dew