Quote by Oscar Wilde

Examinations, sir, are pure humbug from beginning to end. If a man is a gentleman, he knows quite enough, and if he is not a gentleman, whatever he knows is bad for him.

Examinations, sir, are pure humbug from beginning to end. If

Summary

This quote suggests that examinations are essentially meaningless and deceptive. It asserts that a person's character determines their knowledge and capabilities more than any formal test or examination. If someone possesses gentlemanly qualities, they possess enough knowledge and education. Conversely, if a person lacks gentlemanly qualities, no amount of knowledge they may have would be beneficial for them. Therefore, the quote hints at the idea that personal character is a better indicator of one's worth and intellectual aptitude than the results of examinations.

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By Oscar Wilde

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