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School: N. Breandáin, Cathair na Mart

Location:
Westport, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Pádhraic A. Ó Módhráin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0088, Page 244

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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    Why is it dangerous to take a nap on a train?
    Answer: Because the train generally runs over sleepers.
    Why is a pig in a parlour [sic] like a house on fire?
    Answer: Because the sooner it’s put out the better.
    Flys [sic] high. Lies low. Wears shoes and has none.
    Answer: A football.
    A man looked at a picture on the wall and he said: “Sisters or brothers I have none, but that man’s father is my father’s son. Whose photo was on the wall?
    Answer: His son’s.
    What’s the greatest riddle on earth?
    Answer: Life.
    I have a grey goose. She is of a large size. The man that buys her needs to be wise. She has feet on her belly and walks upon none. She is far from her lodgings and seldom at home.
    Answer: A boat.
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