School: Caisleán Nua (B) (roll number 15771)
- Location:
- Newcastle, Co. Galway
- Teacher: Seán S. Ó Faoláin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0079, Page 078
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Riddle me, riddle me dandio. my father gave me seeds to sow, the seeds were black and the ground was white riddle that and I will give you a pint. A letter.
Flower of England, fruit of Spain, met together in a shower of rain, put in a bag and tied with a string, riddle me that and I will buy you a ring. A plum budding.
What is the difference between a school-master and a station-master? The school-master trains the mind but the station-master minds the train.
Why is the letter K like a pig's tail. Because it is the end of pork.
What two letters in the English Alphabet has the least value? M.T. (Empty.)
Two sticks on the ocean all covered with sheets walks on the water without any feet. A boat.
What part of the cow goes out first? Her breath.
Why does a cow jump over the wall? Because she can't jump under it.
Why is a pig in a kitchen like(continues on next page)
