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School: Clongeen (roll number 4652)

Location:
Clongeen, Co. Wexford
Teacher:
Brian Ó Broin
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    40. What smells most in a chemist's shop.?
    Ans. The Nose.
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    41. Why is "D" like a wedding-ring?
    Ans. Because "WE" couldn't "WED" without it.
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    42. What was it that Adam first planted in the garden of Eden?
    Ans. His foot.
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    43. When do your teeth do what your tongue should do?
    Ans. When they chatter.
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    44. What key is best for unfolding the tongue?
    Ans. - "Whiskey"
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    45. Why should Ireland soon be rich?
    Ans. Because its capital is "Dublin".
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    46. Why is a caterpillar like a greedy boy?
    Ans. Because they both make the butter fly.
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