School: Naomh Muire, Droichead Átha (roll number 8052)

Location:
Drogheda, Co. Louth
Teacher:
Sr. M. Bernard Mc Cabe
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  1. Q What it that which cannot run though it always has three feet.
    A A yard
    Q. What is the difference between a watch maker and a gaoler.
    A One sells watches and the other waters cells.
    Q. What four letters would frighten a thief
    A O I C U (Ok I see you)
    Q. There is a white hill and under that white hill is a yellow flower.
    A An egg.
    Q. What is that which is full of holes and yet holds water.
    A A sponge.
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