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School: Naomh Pádraig, Carrowmena (roll number 16787)

Location:
Carrowmenagh, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
Pádraig S. Ó Cathain
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1118, Page 382

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  1. A Collection of Riddles (continued)

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    Why does a bull slaver?
    Ans. Because he cannot spit.
    White and black and red (read) all over?
    Ans. A book.
    What side of the jug is the handle on?
    Ans. The outside.
    As I went up Derry Street I met a gentleman,
    He drew off his hat and drew off his gloves, and tell me the name of the man?
    Ans. Andrew.
    What goes round the house and round the house with a hundred feet after it?
    Ans. A broom.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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