Wonderlic Personnel Test Proverbs and Adages 2

Question 1

Which proverb means the same as "Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today"?

Accepted Answer

A stitch in time saves nine

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Look before you leap

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Out of sight, out of mind

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When in Rome, do as the Romans do

Question 2

"Don't count your chickens before they hatch" warns against what?

Accepted Answer

Assuming success before it happens

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Spending money you have

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Working too hard

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Trusting strangers

Question 3

Which adage means a person's actions matter more than their words?

Accepted Answer

Actions speak louder than words

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The early bird catches the worm

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Honesty is the best policy

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Practice makes perfect

Question 4

"The grass is always greener on the other side" suggests people tend to do what?

Accepted Answer

Envy what others have

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Help their neighbors

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Plant gardens carefully

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Avoid taking risks

Question 5

Which proverb advises not to rely on a single source or plan?

Accepted Answer

Don't put all your eggs in one basket

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Birds of a feather flock together

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Every cloud has a silver lining

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Curiosity killed the cat

Question 6

"When the going gets tough, the tough get going" means what?

Accepted Answer

Hardship makes determined people work harder

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Strong people quit early

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Travel is difficult

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Avoid difficult tasks

Question 7

Which adage means that quiet, modest people often achieve the most?

Accepted Answer

Still waters run deep

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Too many cooks spoil the broth

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A penny saved is a penny earned

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Strike while the iron is hot