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School: Clinoony (roll number 15509)

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Clonoony, Co. Monaghan
Teacher:
Bean Mhic Uilis
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0948, Page 064

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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    eyes open.?
    Ans A Hare.
    Ques. I dye to live, and I live to die.?
    Ans A person who dyes clothes to make a living.
    Ques. What is as bad as a hen stealing.?
    Ans. A Cock Robin. (Robbing)
    Ques what is the last thing taken off going to bed?
    Ans Your feet off the floor.
    Ques Long legs, crooked thighs, wee head, and no eyes.?
    A Tongs.
    Ques What bridge is it that no living person ever crossed.?
    Ans The bridge of your nose.
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      1. verbal arts (~1,483)
        1. riddles (~7,209)
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    English