Proverbial Wisdom

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

445. The English winter — ending in July
To recommence in August.

George Gordon Byron (1788-1824)

Don Juan, Can. XIII, St. 42

446. Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Henry IV, Pt II (King Henry), Act III, Scene I

447. There is nothing truly valuable which can be purchased without pains and labour.

Joseph Addison (1672-1719)

The Tatler, No. 97

448. He’s half absolv’d who has confessed.

Matthew Prior (1664-1721)

Alma, Can. II, line 22

449. Handsome is as handsome does.

Oliver Goldsmith (1728-1774)

The Vicar of Wakefield, Ch. I

450. We have just enough religion to make us hate, but not enough to make us love another.

Jonathan Swift (1667-1745)

Thoughts on Various Subjects