School: Levitstown, Mageney
- Location:
- Levitstown, Co. Kildare
- Teacher: Elizabeth Hearne
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0781, Page 319
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- (continued from previous page)A timepiece because it always has its hands on its face.
Why is the horse supposed to be the kindest of animals?
A Because no other animal gives the bit from its mouth more freely.
What is the strongest thing in the world?
A snail because it carries its house on its own back.
Why is a young lady so fond of the letter y.
Because only for the letter y she would be a young lad
Why is a concieted lady like a drunkard?
Because they are both fond of a glass.
How deep is the sea
A stones throw.
- Collector
- Kathleen Kenna
- Gender
- Female
