School: Sixmilebridge (C.)
- Location:
- Six-mile-bridge, Co. Clare
- Teacher: M. J. Walker
Archival Reference
The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0596, Page 395
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- Spell broken-down ditch in three letters? Gap
Why does a hen pick a pot?
Because she can not lick it.
If I were in the sun and you out of it what would the sun be?
Sin.
Why is a toffee like a race horse?
Because the more you lick it the faster it goes.
As white as milk as black silk and hops on the road like hailstone?
A magpie.
Why does a cow look over the wall?
Because she can not look under it.
What ship do we all wish to avoid?
Hardship.
Why should a hen be never untidy?
Because she carries a comb with her.(continues on next page)
