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Do no trust a man who “blows his own trumpet”

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Bpraises others
Cadmonishes others
Dpraises himself

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Correct Answer: D: praises himself

Explanation: The correct answer is D: Praises himself. 'Blows his own trumpet' means to boast or brag about oneself — to talk excessively about one's own achievements.

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