Proverbial Wisdom

Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.

553. To follow foolish precedents and wink
With both our eyes, is easier than to think.

William Cowper (1731-1800)

Tirocinium

554. The sight of lovers feedeth those in love.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

As You Like It (Rosalind), Act III., Scene V.

555. In cases of defence ’tis best to weigh
The enemy more mighty than he seems.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Henry V (Dauphin), Act II, Scene IV

556. Remembrance oft may start a tear.

Robert Burns (1759-1796)

Verses written under Violent Grief

557. She lookt as butter would not melt in her mouth.

John Heywood (?1497-?1580)

Proverbs, Bk I, Ch X

558. The world is a looking-glass, and gives back to every man the reflection of his own face.

William Makepeace Thackeray (1811-1863)

Vanity Fair, Chap. II