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School: Gort an Locha (roll number 1414)

Location:
Gort an Locha, Co. Shligigh
Teacher:
S. Ó Docraigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0182, Page 520

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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    I spell, I sow, I make honey.
    I am a part of every bunny.
    B.
    Which is the queen of all the roses?
    The rose of the watering-pot, because she reigns (rains) over all others.
    Why does a duck waddle across the road?
    To get to the other side.
    What is a salmon on a gravel-path like?
    A fish out of water.
    What is the difference between a school master and an engine driver?
    One trains minds and the other minds trains.
    Why are poultry the most profitable creatures on a farm?
    For every grain they give a peck.
    Show that doctors frequent bad company. The worse people are, the oftener they visit them.
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    Language
    English
    Collector
    Ivy Lillie
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Corr an Dúigh Thoir, Co. Shligigh