Match the proverbs in List-I with their meanings in List-II | LIST-I (Proverb) | | LIST-II (Meaning) | |---|---|---| | A. A watched pot never boils | I. | Indulging in angry actions which result in difficulties for yourself ought to be avoided. | | B. As you make your bed, so you must lie in it. | II. | Time drags when something is eagerly awaited | | C. There are none so blind as those who will not see. | III. | Consequences of unwise actions and decisions have to be accepted. | | D. Don't cut off your nose to spite your face. | IV. | Pointless to reason with a person who doesn't want to listen to sense | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Option 1: A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV

Option 2: A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II

Option 3: A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III

Option 4: A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I

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The answer is 'A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I'. View full solution:

List-I	List-II
(Proverbs)	(Meanings)
(A) A drowning man will catch at a straw	(I) Solving a small problem early, prevents bigger ones
(B) Don't put all your eggs in one basket	(II) When in trouble, trying all possible means of escape.
(C) Fools rush in where angels fear to tread	(III) Avoid depending entirely on one resource or plan.
(D) A stitch in time saves nine	(IV) Unwise people take risks that careful people avoid.

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Idioms)
(A) With the project deadline approaching, the team had to ______ to meet the submission date.	(I) hit the hay
(B) As soon as the fitness trend started, many people decided to ___ and join the new workout class.	(II) burn the midnight oil
(C) Despite the promise of secrecy, Mark couldn't resist the temptation to ______ about the surprise party.	(III) jump on the bandwagon
(D) After a long day at work, I am ready for _____ and get a good night's sleep.	(IV) spill the beans

CUET English 2026 14th May Shift 2 PYQs

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