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School: Aodh Rua, Dún na nGall (roll number 13382)

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Dún na nGall, Co. Dhún na nGall
Teacher:
Séamus Mag Shamhráin
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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    Q. Why do white sheep eat more than sheep?
    A. Because there are more of them
    Q. Why does a baker wear a white hat?
    A. To keep his head warm
    Q. Why do we go to bed?
    A. Because the bed won't come to us
    Q. Why is a good conundrum like an Irishman
    A. Because it is quite pat
    Q. Why is a rheumatic person like a glass window?
    A. Because he is full of pains (panes)
    Q. Why is a good story like a public bell?
    A. Because it is often told (tolled)
    Q. Why is it dangerous to take a walk in the woods in spring?
    A. Because then the trees are shooting
    Q. Why is a grave digger like a waterman
    Because he handles sculls.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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