66 HOME AMUSEMENTS.

RIDDLE CXXXIX.
RE Adam was, my early days began;
I ape each creature and resemble man;
I gently pass o’er tops of tender grass,
Nor leave the least impression where I pass;
I’m seen each day,—if not, be sure, at night
You'll ever find me out by candle-light.

 

RIDDLE CXL.
EFORE a circle let appear,
Twice twenty-five, and five in rear;
One fifth of eight subjoin; and then
You'll quickly find what conquers men.

 

RIDDLE CXLI.
GINCE Diogenes’ time, I’m the least habitation
That e’er was contrived in a civilized nation ;
So far and so wide sure no mortal e’er strolls,
For I visit all places between the two poles.

 

RIDDLE CXLII.
OUR race is either lean or fat,
As also short or tall;