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Classic Proverbs Challenge

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Instructions: Complete each well-known saying by writing the missing word (or words) on the line provided.

1.
A penny saved is a penny ______.
2.
Actions speak louder than ______.
3.
All good things must come to an ______.
4.
Barking dogs seldom ______.
5.
Better late than ______.
6.
Birds of a feather flock ______.
7.
Don't count your chickens before they ______.
8.
Every cloud has a silver ______.
9.
Haste makes ______.
10.
Ignorance is ______.

Answer Key

Classic Proverbs Challenge

1. A penny saved is a penny earned
2. Actions speak louder than words
3. All good things must come to an end
4. Barking dogs seldom bite
5. Better late than never
6. Birds of a feather flock together
7. Don't count your chickens before they hatch
8. Every cloud has a silver lining
9. Haste makes waste
10. Ignorance is bliss

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