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School: Domhnach Mór (roll number 6185)

Location:
Donaghmore Glebe, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
Miss R. M. Robb
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1099, Page 10A

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    1. Ducks quack loudly - Rain coming.
    2. Sea gulls call = Rain coming.
    3. Swallows fly low = Rain coming.
    4. Wild geese fly towards the mountains = Storms coming.
    5. A crowd of crows gather in a field and call "Caw Caw". = Rain coming.
    6. Tame geese fly low and they make a great noise. = Wind storms.
    7. Blackbirds hop near the door - Storms coming.
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