Question 38
BECE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2024
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EDO_L1
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objective
Proverb: "A stitch in time saves nine." Explain the meaning of this proverb, give a real‑life example that illustrates it, and rewrite the proverb in your own words without changing its meaning.
Answer Options
A.
The proverb means that saving money now will buy you many things later. For example, putting a few coins in a jar now lets you buy a car next week. In other words: "Saving a little today buys a lot tomorrow."
Correct Answer
B.
The proverb means that dealing with a problem early stops it from getting worse. For example, mending a tiny leak now avoids major roof damage later. In other words: "Fixing a minor issue early prevents a bigger trouble later."
C.
The proverb means that a small amount of work can save a lot of time later. For example, planting a few seeds now will yield a full garden instantly. In other words: "A quick stitch today harvests a whole field tomorrow."
D.
The proverb means that you should always keep a spare needle handy. For example, carrying extra thread prevents you from borrowing from neighbors. In other words: "Having extra tools avoids borrowing later."
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
The proverb means that dealing with a problem early stops it from getting worse. For example, mending a tiny leak now avoids major roof damage later. In other words: "Fixing a minor issue early prevents a bigger trouble later."
About This Question
This is
Bece Model Questions Vol1
2024
Edo L1
Question 38.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2024
Bece Model Questions Vol1
Edo L1
examination.
Difficulty level:
Hard
.