An apple a day keeps the doctor away (Proverb)

AN APPLE A DAY KEEPS THE DOCTOR AWAY

• Note: We often prefer proverbs that rhyme.

Meaning: If we eat healthy foods, we won't get sick.

• Modern science has proven what our ancestors knew: fruits and vegetables are good for us!

Mini-Dialogue: Jean sees her friend Paul eating an apple.

Jean: Hi, Paul.
Paul: Hi, Jean! Want an apple?
Jean: Sure! You know what they say: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away."
Paul: Is that true?
Jean: Maybe not 100%. But eating more fruits and vegetables is healthier for you.
Paul: Do you eat a lot of fruits and vegetables?
Jean: Of course I do! I'm a vegetarian!

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Question: To whom would you use this proverb?

A. To a sick friend before giving him his medicine.
B. To a doctor that you want to stay away from.
C. To a child who doesn't like fruits and vegetables.

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ANSWER: C

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