Multiple choice softskills communication

Spare the rod, spoil the ___.

  1. friend

  2. child

  3. day

  4. job
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This proverb means that failing to discipline children will result in their becoming spoiled or badly behaved. The rod symbolizes discipline or corporal punishment in traditional child-rearing. A friend, day, or job does not fit the context of this saying about raising children.

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