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What was depicted in "As the Old Sing, So Pipe the Young"?

  • Biblical scene

  • Royal court

  • Flemish saying

  • Battle scene

Answer

The Flemish saying "As the Old Sing, So Pipe the Young" captures the notion that children often emulate the behaviors and attitudes of the adults in their lives. This adage suggests that the actions and values of the older generation have a significant impact on shaping the younger generation's own behaviors and beliefs.
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