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School: Presentation Convent, Lucan

Location:
Leamhcán, Co. Bhaile Átha Cliath
Teacher:
Sr M. Gabriel
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0794, Page 140

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  1. Riddles (continued)

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    What is it that is over the water, on the water and under the water?
    The Sun.
    What is the difference between an aeroplane and a tree?
    The aeroplane leaves its shed and the tree shed its leaves.
    What is the bark that does not bite?
    The bark of a tree.
    What ordrs do everyone receive with pleasure?
    Postal Orders.
    What is the difference between a millionaire , a monkey and a pot of glue?
    The millionaire has a million pounds. The monkey has a million hairs and what about the pot of glue? Thats where one will get stuck
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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    1. seánra
      1. ealaín bhéil (~1,483)
        1. tomhaiseanna (~7,209)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Mona Campion
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Baile na Coille, Co. Bhaile Átha Cliath
    Informant
    John Campion
    Relation
    Unknown
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Baile na Coille, Co. Bhaile Átha Cliath