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.
49. The pen is mightier than the sword.
Richelieu (Richelieu), Act II, Scene II
50. The chief glory of every people arises from its authors.
Preface to his Dictionary
51.
Opinion governs all mankind,
Like the blind’s leading of the blind.
Miscellaneous Thoughts, line 269
52. Eke wonder last but nine daies never in town.
Troilus and Cresseide
53.
That which in mean men we entitle patience,
Is pale cold cowardice in noble breasts.
Richard II (Duchess of Gloster), Act I, Scene II
54. To be a fine gentleman is to be a generous and a brave man.
The Spectator, No. 75