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School: Knockaderry (C.) (roll number 2419)

Location:
Knockaderry, Co. Kerry
Teacher:
Hanna Mannix
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0460, Page 282

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  2. Riddles

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    Q Why dont farmers tell secrets in a cornfield.
    A Because there are too many ears about.
    Q Where can happiness always be found
    A In a dictionary
    Q Why is a schoolmaster like a man with one eye
    A When he has a vacancy for a pupil.
    Q Why is an adjective like a baby?
    A Because it cannot stand alone.
    Q What has a tongue and never utters a sound
    A A Boot.
    Q What is the first thing you would do if you fell into the sea.
    A To get wet.
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