School: Ceann Breac (C.) (roll number 13452)

Location:
Canbrack, Co. Mayo
Teachers:
Mrs Ruane Mrs Ruane
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  1. Signs of rain as shown in the Sun, Moon and Sky are:-
    1. A Bright glittering sun when setting.
    2. A dark cloudy sky.
    3. A pale dim moon with a ring encircling it.
    4. A rainbow in the morning.
    5. If a new moon when it first appears in the sky lies on its back.
    Signs of rain as indicated by the animals, the Birds and the Insects:-
    A horse or donkey turns his back to a fence as if to seek shelter.
    The dog eats grass.
    The cat sits with his back to the fire Swallows fly low
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