The Sheep is found in every quarter of the globe, and is one of the
most profitable animals that mankind possesses. His flesh is eaten by
the inhabitants of all nations, and, as you know, is called mutton.
The wool of the Sheep is very valuable, and most of our clothing is
made from it: that produced by the breed called Merino sheep is
particularly fine, and fetches a high price. The skin is also of
service, and forms covers for many of your school-books. Sheep-washing
and shearing are busy times for the farmer, and are very interesting
sights. Young sheep are called lambs--you have often seen the gentle
little things skipping about in the meadows.
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