WBCS.LIVE practice question

From the given options choose the word/phrase nearest in meaning to the proverb: "Curiosity killed the cat."

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

Answer options

  1. Excessive curiosity.
  2. The cat should stay within limits.
  3. If people are curious beyond a point, they may invite trouble.
  4. Curiosity beyond any man's reach can be deadly.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: If people are curious beyond a point, they may invite trouble.