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WBCS 2024 · Question 12 of 196

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

English

  1. AExcessive curiosity.
  2. BThe cat should stay within limits.
  3. CIf people are curious beyond a point, they may invite trouble.Correct
  4. DCuriosity beyond any man's reach can be deadly.

Answer: C. If people are curious beyond a point, they may invite trouble.

Explanation

Official WBPSC key (Series A): (C) If people are curious beyond a point, they may invite trouble.. The traditional proverb "curiosity killed the cat" is used as a warning to stop people from inquiring into things that do not concern them, as unnecessary investigation or experimentation can lead to danger or misfortune.

Source: WBCS (Exe) etc. (Prelim) 2024, Series A

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