School: Drumlish (C.) (roll number 10023)

Location:
Drumlish, Co. Longford
Teacher:
Brigid Lacy

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Ans.- Because the bed wont come to you.
9. What is the first thing you do when you go to bed?
Ans.- Spoil the bed.
10. What sleeps with its finger in its eye?
Ans.- The crook.
11. What sleeps with its eyes open?
Ans.- A hare.
12. I have a little red cow, I tie her to the wall, give her hay, give her straw she will fly, give her water and she will die?
Ans.- The fire.
13. What is it you bring to the table cut it and never eat it?
Ans.- A pack of cards.
14. Why does a hen pick a pot?
Ans.- Because she cannot lick it.