Proverbial Wisdom

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

529. He only is a great man who can neglect the applause of the multitude, and enjoy himself independent of its favour.

Sir Richard Steele (1672-1729)

Spectator, No. 554

530. By the bird’s song ye may learn the nest.

Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809-1892)

Geraint and Enid

531. They are never alone that are accompanied with noble thoughts.

Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586)

Arcadia, Bk I

532. Better a witty fool than a foolish wit.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Twelfth Night (Clown), Act I, Scene V

533. Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

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

534. It’s ill livin’ in a hen-roost for them as doesn’t like fleas.

George Eliot (1819-1880)

Adam Bede (Mrs Poyser)