Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'All that glitters is not gold'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'All that glitters is not gold'.

A. Not everything attractive is valuable

B. Gold glitters

C. Glittering things are gold

D. Gold is dull

Answer: Option A

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It means appearances can be deceptive.

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