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School: Cnoc an Choillín, Cootehall

Location:
Knockaculleen or Hollymount, Co. Roscommon
Teacher:
Máire Ní Mhártain
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0233, Page 011

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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    63 Why is a nail fast in the wall like an old and feeble man?
    Because it is firm
    64 What is the best way to make the hours go quickly?
    By using the spur of the moment.
    65 Why is a gaolor like a musician?
    Because he fingers the keys.
    66 Which is the right side of a wedding cake?
    The side that has been eaten because the other side is left.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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