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School: Twomilehouse (roll number 2284)

Location:
Teach an Dá Mhíle, Co. Chill Dara
Teacher:
Tomás Bineidh
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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    the skin two things wagging and one going in.
    Answer
    A pig eating his food.
    Why does a cow dribble.
    Answer
    Because she can't spit.
    What goes up when the rain comes down.
    Answer
    An umbrella.
    Why does a hen pick a pot.
    Answer
    Because she can't lick it.
    What is smaller than a
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    Topics
    1. seánra
      1. ealaín bhéil (~1,483)
        1. tomhaiseanna (~7,209)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Patrick Coyle
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Baile Ló, Co. Chill Dara