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Rules are made to be broken

Possible interpretation: This saying implies that there are times when we should think for ourselves and not obey every rule blindly.

Quick Quiz:

The saying "Rules are made to be broken" invites us to
  1. use our intelligence in following rules
  2. rely on the intelligence of those who made the rules
  3. break all rules

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