Question

According to Bacon. What "maketh a full man" ?

• A. Reading
• B. Conference
• C. Writing
• D. Conversation

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Reading

According to Francis Bacon in his essay Of Studies:

“Reading maketh a full man; conference a ready man; and writing an exact man.”

Explanation:

• Reading makes a person knowledgeable (full of ideas).

• Conference (discussion) makes a person quick and ready in speaking.

• Writing makes a person precise and accurate.