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School: Carlanstown (roll number 884)

Location:
Carlanstown, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Séamus Ó Géibheannaigh
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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    "Why should a doctor keep his temper"?
    Because he would loose his patients if he didn't.
    "When is a chimney not a chimney"?
    When it's afire.
    "Long legs, short tighs, little head and no eyes.
    A tonges.
    "What key is the hardest to turn"?
    A donkey.
    "What is the name of that lady who is always welcome but whose daughter"?
    Miss Fortune.
    When is a chair like a lady's dress"?
    When it is sat in.
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