A fool and his _ are soon parted:
Correct answer: D. Money
- A. Family
- B. Friends
- C. Riches
- D. Money
Explanation
The phrase 'A fool and his _ are soon parted' implies that foolish individuals tend to lose or squander things quickly. The correct answer is 'Money' because it aligns with the idea of a fool losing their money due to poor decisions. The other options, such as 'Family' and 'Friends,' do not directly relate to the concept of losing something due to foolish behavior.
This question appeared on the ETEA MDCAT 2009 paper, which you can sit online with every answer explained.
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