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School: Carlanstown (roll number 884)

Location:
Droichead Chearbhalláin, Co. na Mí
Teacher:
Séamus Ó Gérbheannaigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0708, Page 080

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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    When is a soldier not a soldier.
    Ans. When he is in quarters.
    Why is a vain young lady like a drunkred.
    Ans. Because they are both fond of the glass.
    How many peas are there in a pint.
    Ans One.
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  2. Old Sayings

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    For the want of a nail the shoe was lost.
    A stitch in time saves nine.
    When another man's house is on fire take care of your one.
    The last straw breaks the camels back
    Never look at a half finished job.
    Don't leave until morrow what you can do today.
    Second thoughts are generally best.
    One man's word is as good as anothers.
    Doctors differ and patients die.
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