S1. The early bird gets the worm. S2. To go about one’s tasks expeditiously is to achieve one’s goals. The second statement :

Directions: In the following items, a pair of statements (S1, S2) is given to select the most appropriate and relevant co-relationship of the second statement to the first from among the options (a), (b), (c) and (d), and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

  1. A. makes assertions about the first.
  2. B. provides a metaphorial reassertion of the first.
  3. C. reinforces the assumption of the first.
  4. D. contrasts with the first.

Correct Answer: B. provides a metaphorial reassertion of the first.

Explanation

S2 explains the underlying meaning of the proverb in S1, providing a direct reassertion of its metaphorical message about being timely.

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