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1.When was the National Bard, Robert Burns, born?a. 25th January b. 25th June c. 25th November 2.When did Tibet’s spiritual leader, the ‘Dalai Lama’, make a historic visit to Scotland?a. 1974 b. 1994 c. 2004 3.Whose famous slogan was ‘Commerce and Christianity’?a. John Knox b. Tony Blair c. David Livingstone 4.Which castle is owned by […]
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Oct
Oct
1.What was the nickname for the clansmen sent by the Government in 1678 to suppress Covenanters in southwest Scotland? a. Tartan Army b. Teuchters c. Highland Host 2.Which city used to be referred to as the ‘Athens of the North’? a. Inverness b. Edinburgh c. Perth 3.What is the national flower of Scotland? a. heather […]
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Oct
Oct
1.When was the world’s first female golf tournament held?a. 1780 b. 1810 c. 1850 2.What was Sir David Brewster’s most famous invention?a. spinning wheel b. kaleidoscope c. hurdy-gurdy 3.Which town in Malawi, Africa is named after David Livingstone’s birthplace?a. Wishaw b. Lanark c. Blantyre 4.In what part of Scotland does Balmoral lie?a. Deeside b. Fife c. Lanarkshire 5.What type of novels is Iain […]
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Sep
Sep
1.James Lind, an 18th Century Royal Naval Surgeon, specialised in what field?a. amputation b. alcoholism c. scurvy 2.What river runs through Glasgow?a. River Clyde b. River Tweed c. River Tay 3.What is the ancient Scottish name for a wizard?a. jester b. warlock c. waukrife 4.Who is patron of the Scottish Rugby Union?a. Prince Charles b. Princess Anne c. Prince William 5.Who won a […]
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Sep
Sep
Test Your Scottish Knowledge with Our Fun Quiz! (First week) 1.Who won an Oscar for her role in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie?a. Maggie Smith b. Dame Judi Dench c. Peggy Ashcroft 2.Where are the headquarters of the Scottish National Party (SNP)?a. Edinburgh b. Inverness c. Aberdeen 3.Who was buried in Westminster Abbey in 1874?a. David Livingstone b. Robert […]
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May
May
While Tartan and Plaid share many similarities, it is essential to understand their key differences, especially when it comes to their usage in the United States and the United Kingdom. TARTAN VS. PLAID: A UK PERSPECTIVE In the UK, “tartan” refers to a patterned fabric with colored squares and intersecting lines, closely associated with a […]
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May
May
One of the most versatile and enduring patterns in the world of fashion is plaid. Designers like Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood embrace its dual nature, capturing both the preppy and punk vibes in their creations. But how did this timeless pattern capture our hearts and wardrobes? Let’s delve into the fascinating journey of plaid’s […]
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May
May
For those from Scotland or simply admirers of Scottish culture, the importance of tartan cannot be overlooked. The Scottish people’s affection for tartan led to the establishment of National Tartan Day, a day to commemorate their heritage. Here, we share everything you need to know about Tartan Day. TARTAN DAY: WHAT IS IT AND WHEN […]
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May
May
Discover the Unique and World-Famous Traditional Scottish Highland DressAre you familiar with the Highland Dress? This traditional Scottish clothing is globally renowned for its distinctive and unique style. Regardless of whether you have visited Scotland or not, you’ll want to know more about this fascinating outfit. Let’s delve in! HIGHLAND DRESS: SCOTLAND’S TRADITIONAL ATTIRE “Highland […]