Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the option that best replaces the underlined portion.

Look before you leap” reflects an attitude expressed in such a saying as:

  1. 'Forewarned is forearmed'.

  2. 'A stitch in time saves nine'.

  3. 'No pain, no gain'.

  4. 'Fools rush where the angles fear to tread'.

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A Correct answer
Explanation

“Look before you leap” means we should know what we are getting into, before we commit ourselves. Of all the options, “forewarned is forearmed” (those who know that something is coming, are better prepared to face it than those who do not know) in option (1) reflects the similar attitude, thus fits our prediction. Hence, option (1) is the answer.