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What Do You Know About SCOTLAND?

Whether you're a Scotland aficionado or just beginning your journey, this quiz promises to be both challenging and enlightening.

Shai K. 6/7/2023

Welcome to our Scotland Quiz! Here's a fun opportunity to test your knowledge about this unique country. Scotland, steeped in history and rich in culture, has so much to offer. From majestic landscapes and impressive castles to ancient traditions and diverse modern society, there's always something new to learn. Whether you're a Scotland aficionado or just beginning your journey, this quiz promises to be both challenging and enlightening. Let's see how much you know!

Starting you off easy... what is the capital of Scotland?

Glasgow

Dundee

Edinburgh

Aberdeen

When did the Scottish Parliament reconvene after being suspended in 1707?

1999

1902

1945

1850

True or false? Scotland's national animal is a unicorn

True

False

What traditional Scottish dish is made of sheep's pluck (heart, liver, and lungs), minced with onion, oatmeal, suet, spices, and salt?

Black pudding

Haggis

Cornish pasty

Shepherd's pie

The term "kilt" originates from Scotland. What does it mean?

Pleated skirt

Tucked-up

Belted plaid

Trousers

Which historical Scottish figure led the Scots in the First War of Scottish Independence against England?

Robert the Bruce

James VI

Alfred the Great

Rob Roy

What unique Scottish event is celebrated on the 25th of January each year?

St. Andrew's Day

Highland Games

Burns Night

Hogmanay

What is the most populous city in Scotland?

Aberdeen

Glasgow

Edinburgh

Dundee

Which famous scientist was Scottish?

Alexander Fleming

Isaac Newton

Charles Darwin

Erwin Schrödinger

How many people live in Scotland?

About 5.5 million

About 13.5 million

About 14 million

About 2.5 million

What is the most common foreign-born nationality living in Scotland?

English

Arab

South American

Asian

Which sport was invented in scotland?

Tennis

Soccer

Golf

Cricket

Don't know much about Scotland

It seems like you're fairly new to learning about Scotland, but don't worry - this is just the starting point! Keep exploring its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and vibrant culture. You're bound to discover some fascinating things.

You know a little about Scotland

Well done, you've got a good start on your Scottish knowledge! You've clearly got a grasp on some aspects of Scottish culture and history, and with a bit more exploration, you'll be an expert in no time.

You know a lot about Scotland

Impressive! Your knowledge of Scotland is quite extensive. You've clearly been paying attention to its historical events, geographical features, and cultural customs. Just a few more details to iron out and you're there.

Are you sure you're not Scottish??

Outstanding! Your knowledge about Scotland is impeccable. From history to geography, culture to modern demographics, you've got it all. You might as well be a tour guide! Could there be some Scottish ancestry in your lineage, perhaps?