Multiple choice

A stitch in time saves nine. (Note: a “stitch” is a term in sewing)

  1. It’s better to sew your own clothes.

  2. Doing a small thing now may stop a big future problem.

  3. You are better off always being honest.

  4. Changing your situation may help you in the future.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

This proverb suggests that dealing with a problem immediately, even if it requires a small effort, prevents it from becoming a much larger and more difficult issue later. Option B accurately explains this preventive action. The other options are literal sewing advice or unrelated proverbs.

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