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School: Howth (B.)

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0792, Page 97

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    Riddles.
    Riddles are very amusing.
    They are like problems for you must think, if you want to find out the answers.
    Some people are good at making out the answers and some can even make riddles.
    Here are a few, but I think most of them were often heard before -
    Why are matches angry things?
    Because they flare up as soon as you strike them.
    Why is Sunday the strongest of days?
    Because all the rest are week days.
    Why is a bad picture like weak tea?
    Because it is not well drawn.
    Why should a horse never be hungry?
    Because he always has a bit in his mouth.
    Why should you never write your home lessons on a table?
    Because an exercise book is the proper place.
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