School: Newbliss (roll number 8328)
- Location:
- Newbliss, Co. Monaghan
- Teacher: Margaret E. Doogan
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0950, Page 281
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- Forty sheep went through a gap. Forty more followed that, the shepherd and his dog, how many feet went through the gap.
Ans. two the shepherds
What was the first thing Adam planted in the garden of Eden?
Ans. His foot
What is the quickest way to make a thin man fat?
Ans. Throw him out of the window and he'll come down plump
What is the best way to throw dice?
Ans. Throw them away.
Why are postage stamps like lazy school boys?
Ans. Their backs must be licked to make them stick to their letters.
What ship can go on land as well as on water?(continues on next page)
