Proverbial Wisdom
Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.
Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.
415.
At every trifle scorn to take offence,
That always shows great pride or little sense.
Essay on Criticism, line 386
416. He makes no friend who never made a foe.
Launcelot and Elaine.
417. Love’s tongue is in the eyes.
Piscatorie Eclogues, V, St. 13
418. Them as ha’ never had a cushion don’t miss it.
Adam Bede (Mrs Poyser), Bk VI Chap. XLIX
419. The greatest clerks ben not the wisest men.
The Miller’s Tale
420. ‘Men are more eloquent than women made.’ ‘But women are more powerful to persuade.’
Amyntas, Prologue