WBCS.LIVE practice question

Choose the correct proverb.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Barking dogs seldom bite.
  2. Barking dogs always bite.
  3. Lurking dogs always cry.
  4. Barking dogs bite at night.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Barking dogs seldom bite.

Explanation: Context: The proverb 'Barking dogs seldom bite' means people who make loud threats usually cause no real harm. It teaches not to fear those who only talk big. 1. Barking dogs seldom bite. ✅ – correct proverb. 2. Barking dogs always bite. ❌ – opposite meaning. 3. Lurking dogs always cry. ❌ – meaningless. 4. Barking dogs bite at night. ❌ – incorrect phrase. Correct/Example Sentence: Don’t be afraid of his shouting - barking dogs seldom bite.