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Scotland
Questions related to the country of Scotland, which is located at the northern end of the island of Great Britain. The island lies close to the Atlantic coast of Europe. Scotland together with Northern Ireland, England and Wales comprises the nation called The United Kingdom
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Which of Shakespeare's plays was set in Scotland?
Much Ado About Nothing is set on the island of Sicily. All of the history plays, plus Cymbeline, King Lear, and The Merry Wives of Windsor take place in England, and Macbeth takes place in Scotland, all of which are in the British Isles. Elsinore Castle where Hamlet is set is also on an island. Part of Pericles is set in Mytilene which is on the island of Lesbos. The Tempest is also set on an unnamed island. That makes eighteen plays, almost half of all the plays Shakespeare wrote.
Who did Scotland play in 1978 FIFA World Cup finals?
They lost to Peru 3-1, drew with Iran 1-1 and won against the Netherlands 3-2.
What are 5 places to see in Scotland?
There are many different places to see and things to do in Scotland. A great website that allows you to explore what Scotland has to offer is http://www.visitscotland.com/guide/see-and-do/visitor-attractions2/.
Check it out and see the must-see attractions at Scotland.
Who was Robert the Bruce's father?
He was also called Robert (de Brus) and was 6th Lord of Annandale and Earl of Carrick.
What is the per capita income of Scotland?
According to the Scottish Economic Statistics Report, the per capita income in 2005/2006, the most recent period for which data is available (as of November 2010), was £12,805. At the current conversion rate, this is the equivalent of $20,721.81 US dollars. By comparison, the per capita income in the United States for 2006 was $37,698.
Yes, scotch whiskey is whiskey made in Scotland.
You will notice that although there is good whiskey made in other countries, Ireland for example, the bottle will say what kind of whiskey it is : single, double malt, blend but not call it scotch.
How many people live in the cities of Scotland?
In the six cities of Scotland there are approximately 1.9 million people.
Why are the police at Scotland Yard called bobbies?
These names refer to Sir Robert Peel who created the Metropolitan Police in London.
They are called bobbies after Robert Peel, who was the UK prime minister who helped create the concept of the modern police force.
London's reorganized police force went on duty on September 29, 1829. British Home Secretary Sir Robert Peel introduced the legislation establishing the new police force, hence the popular nickname for London police, "bobbies." Early London police were also called "Peelers," also for Sir Robert. His Peelian Principles called for the accountability of each officer (all officers were given individual badge numbers) and for a focus on ethical standards in crime-fighting. Peel was quoted as saying, "The police are the public and the public are the police."
Scotland Yard got its name from the street where the police headquarters were located. It purportedly had been the site of a palace used to house visiting Scottish kings in the 12th century.
Should Scotland be an independent nation?
Scotland is a country that later became part of a United Kingdom when the Queen of England (Queen Elizabeth the first) died and the next in line to the throne was the King of Scots. King James VI of Scotland took the throne of England to became James I of England as well. Combing the independent Scotland with the rest of the UK. Scotland remains a country, not a state, despite being part of the UK.
Did the Germans bomb Scotland and Wales?
Yes. Cardiff in Wales and Clydebank in Scotland were heavily bombed because of the docks and shipbuilding located there.
What country is Scotland found in?
Scotland is a country which is within another country: the United Kingdom, also called Britain.
The other three constituent countries of the UK are England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
There are Scottish Regiments within the BRTISH Army. Just as there is no such thing as an English, Welsh or Northern Irish Army (or Air Force and Navy for that matter). There are English, Welsh and N. Irish Regiments within the British Army. Britain is Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland combined.
There is a private army in Scotland that is not well known and is headed by the duke of Atholl.They are called the Atholl Highlanders.
N.B.
In an independent Scotland there WILL be a Scottish Army - which will partly consist of the six Scottish Regiments that the Westminster government destroyed despite massive Scottish opposition from public and political quarters.
How many English players have played for Glasgow Rangers?
Billy Hogg
Herbert Lock
Arthur Dixon
Terry Butcher
Chris Woods
Ray Wilkins
Mark Walters
Gary Stevens
Nigel Spackman
Trevor Steven
Mark Hateley
Paul Gascoigne
Rod Wallace
These are the most notable players to have played for Glasgow Rangers of English nationailty.
Did the Scottish immigrants face segregation in America?
Yes, Scottish people faced many types of discrimination. They were persecuted for their religious beliefs, their cultural practices, and their family values.
Who was born on Scotland naval hero of the patriots?
John Paul Jones, a Scottish-born naval hero, is often credited as a key figure in the American Revolutionary War. Jones is known for his successful naval campaigns against British forces, particularly his famous victory aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard against HMS Serapis in 1779.
Is Scotland ruled by the Queen of England?
There has not been a Queen (or King) of England since 1707.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is Queen of The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Scotland comes under her reign as a part of The United Kingdom.
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How long was Scotland free from England after Bannockburn?
On and off for approx 900 years from the 9th to the 18th century. Some would argue we are still are war with them by other means.
Why is Saint Andrew the patron of Scotland?
Only the Sacred Congregation for Causes of Saints would know the reason that date was chosen. While the feast day for any saint is usually the day that the person entered Heaven, it is not a rule. Any date can be chosen, especially (as in the case of Andrew) when the date of death is not known.
What was the name of the war between England and Scotland?
This was the beginning of the first Scottish War of Independance.
Scotland's political leader, or First Minister, is Alex Salmond of the Scottish National Party, who presides over the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood with an SNP majority of just one seat.
The Head of State is HM The Queen. The political leader of Scotland is the First Minister (since 2007 Alex Salmond). Scotland is part of the UK, of which the political leader is the Prime Minister (since 2010 David Cameron).
However, in 2014, quickly after the loss of the Independence referendum, Salmond stood down as First Minister. Nicola Sturgeon, has filled the position of Fist Minister and is also the first female to ever hold this position.
Who became king after James I of Scotland VI of England?
James I was succeeded by his son, Charles I, in 1625.
What battles was Robert the Bruce involved in?
Methven, Glen Trool, Loudoun Hill, Inverurie , Pass of Brander, Bannockburn, Old Byland
What does the mc part of the surname mean?
Mc (pronounced Muh or Mak, never mick) is Gaelic for "Son of" like the prefix Fitz (Fitzwilliam e.g.) in old French. Maguinness or McGuinness would be pronounced the same and mean originally MacAngus: Son of, or from the family of Angus
Mc is associated with Irish names. Mac is associated with Scottish names. Both mean the same - son of.
