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1. Who is the patron saint of Scotland?
2. What Languages are spoken in the country?
3. What plant is the symbol of Scotland and why?
4. What rivers, lakes and mountains are situated in Scotland?
5. What Games are held in Scotland from May till September?
6. What are traditional Scottish musical instruments?
7. What is a ceilidh? Can you refuse to dance at a ceilidh?
8. What are kilts used for by the Scotsmen nowadays? What were they used for
in past times?
9. What famous Scottish poets and writers do you know?
10. Many Scotlish surnames start with "Mac" (or McDonald). What does “Mac" "Mc"
mean?
1. Who is the patron saint of Scotland?
- The patron saint of Scotland is Saint Andrew.
2. What Languages are spoken in the country?
- The main languages spoken in Scotland are English, Scottish Gaelic, and Scots. English is the most widely spoken language.
3. What plant is the symbol of Scotland and why?
- The plant symbol of Scotland is the thistle. It is believed that the thistle was chosen as a symbol of Scotland because it helped to alert Scottish warriors of an approaching enemy army by stepping on its spiky leaves, giving them time to prepare for battle.
4. What rivers, lakes, and mountains are situated in Scotland?
- Scotland is known for its stunning landscapes that include many rivers, lakes, and mountains. Some of the famous rivers in Scotland are the River Tay, River Clyde, and River Spey. Loch Ness and Loch Lomond are two well-known lakes. Scotland also has many mountains, including Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles.
5. What Games are held in Scotland from May till September?
- The Games held in Scotland from May till September are called Highland Games. These events showcase traditional Scottish sports, such as caber toss, hammer throw, and Highland dancing.
6. What are traditional Scottish musical instruments?
- Some traditional Scottish musical instruments are the bagpipes, the fiddle, and the accordion.
7. What is a ceilidh? Can you refuse to dance at a ceilidh?
- A ceilidh is a traditional Scottish social gathering, usually involving music, dancing, and storytelling. While it is encouraged to join in on the dancing, it is perfectly acceptable to refuse to dance if you don't want to participate.
8. What are kilts used for by the Scotsmen nowadays? What were they used for in past times?
- Nowadays, kilts are primarily worn for formal occasions, such as weddings and Highland Games. In the past, kilts were commonly worn as everyday clothing by Scotsmen, especially in the Highland regions.
9. What famous Scottish poets and writers do you know?
- Some famous Scottish poets and writers include Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, and Robert Louis Stevenson.
10. Many Scottish surnames start with "Mac" (or McDonald). What does “Mac" mean?
- The prefix "Mac" or "Mc" in Scottish surnames means "son of." For example, McDonald means "son of Donald" and MacLeod means "son of Leod." It is a traditional way of indicating lineage or family heritage in a name.