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School: Grangegeeth (roll number 2630)

Location:
Grangegeeth, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Séosaimhín, Bean Uí Dhubhghaill
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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    It runs from this to Belfast and never moves.
    Ans. The road.
    Why is the map of Turkey like a frying pan.
    Ans.- Because it has Greece at the bottom.
    Why does a hen pick a pot@
    Ans.- Because she can't lick it.
    What side of a horse is the hairiest?
    Ans.- Outside.
    What sort of fish does a cobbler want?
    Ans- Sole fish.
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