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School: Cnoc Rua

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An Cnoc Rua, Co. Ros Comáin
Teacher:
Seán Mac Diarmada
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0237, Page 389

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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    Q. Why is lightning like a naughty boy?
    A. Because it doesn't know how to conduct itself.
    Q. Why is a crow like a lawyer?
    A. Because he likes to have his caws (cause) heard.
    Q. Why does a duck go under water?
    A. For divers reasons.
    Q. Why is a fly one of the grocer's best customers?
    A. Because it settles on the spot.
    Q. Why is a horse that is constantly ridden not likely to be starved?
    A. Because he will have a bit in his mouth all the time.
    Q. Who always sits before the king with his hat on?
    A. The coachman.
    Q. What game is played by a ship in a storm?
    A. Pitch and toss.
    Q. What islands would form a nice lunchen party.
    A. Friendly, society, sandwich and Maderia.
    Q. Under the fire and over the fire and never touches the fire.
    A. A cake in an oven.
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    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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    1. seánra
      1. ealaín bhéil (~1,483)
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    Language
    English
    Collector
    Charles Duignan
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Ratallen, Co. Ros Comáin
    Informant
    James Beirne
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Ratallen, Co. Ros Comáin