Vocabulary : Sayings : W : When the cat's away the mice will play

When the cat's away the mice will play

Possible interpretation: This famous saying suggests that when a person in authority is not present, the people under his rule will enjoy their freedom.

Note: mice (noun) = plural of "mouse" - a small animal that cats like to eat

Quick Quiz:

"When the cat's away the mice will play" could suggest that people might not work hardest when the boss is

pleasant
present
absent

Discuss: When the cat's away the mice will play

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