School: Mungraid (B.) Luimneach (roll number 14409)

Location:
Mungret, Co. Limerick
Teacher:
Mrs B. Mulroy
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  1. Riddles.
    What walks with its head down. Answer: A nail in your boot.
    When can water be eaten. Answer: when tis frozen.
    What is the difference between a school master and a post office clerk. Answer: One licks with a sticker and
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      1. verbal arts (~1,483)
        1. riddles (~7,209)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    John O' Donoghue
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    60
    Occupation
    Contractor
    Address
    Mungret, Co. Limerick