School: Gleann Dubh (roll number 16032)
- Location:
- Carnagh West, Co. Roscommon
- Teacher: Tomás Ó Conchobhair
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0266, Page 356
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11) Flies are near the earth because their wings are heavy with moisture and they are not able to fly high.
12) Cats sitting with their backs to the fire
Signs of fine weather :-
1) A clear blue sky.
2) Swallows flying high.
3) Dew on the grass.
4) When the floods are highSigns of frost:-
1) Bright twinkling stars in the sky at night.
2) Crisp air.
3) Very distinct sound of train.
4) Clear bright moon.Signs of snow:-
1) Greyish clouds in the sky.
2) Northenly winds.
