Scotland trivia

What is the national animal of Scotland? Bear Lion Unicorn Highland Cow

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Correct! In Celtic mythology the unicorn was a symbol of purity and innocence as well as masculinity and power. Unicorns have been linked to Scotland for centuries and they chose is as their symbol because like this proud beast scots would fight to remain unconquered. The unicorn was first used in Scottish royal coat of arms in the 12th century

What is the name of this landmark? Callanish Stones The Stone Ring Standing Stones All of the Above

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Correct! Its all of the above The original story of these stones is unknown although archeologists tell us it was erected in 3000 BC and remains on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland. The true story is lost to time but the mystery of the callanish stones continues to draw people from around the world with its unsolved questions and the sheer beauty of the landmark.

What is one of Scotland’s most famous and well known legends? A)The legend of Sawney Bean B) Kelpies C)Loch Ness Monster(Nessie) D)Wulver

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The Loch Ness Monster The Legend of the Loch Ness Monster originated from a photograph of a creature taken be Alex Campbell in 1993.There have been many sightings since as well as educated guesses as to what species it is for example some believe it to be a plesiosaur, while others think it may be a long-necked newt. But regardless f what it is it remains apart of the many mysteries of the Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands

What is the official national drink of Scotland? Scotch Whiskey Irn-Bru Scottish Ale Drambuie

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Corrects it’s Scotch Whiskey Scotch whiskey known as “The Water of Life” in Scotland is the official national drink. Although many people sometimes refer to Irn-Bru a Scottish carbonated soft drink as Scotland's other national drink.

The King of Scotland became the King of England True False

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It’s True! From 1567-1625 James VI was the reigning King of Scotland and as James I King of England and Ireland. James was the son of Mary Queen of Scots and the great-great grandson of Henry VII, King of England and Lord of Ireland positioning him to eventually accede all three thrones. He also was the person to spark the persecution for witch craft in Scotland Interestingly enough another King of Scotland or King of Alba known as Macbeth was the inspiration for Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth

Scotland has 2 different types of flags True False

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True! The flag of Scotland also known as the Saltire or St. Andrews Cross is the national flag of Scotland. The Lion Rampant is also known as the unofficial flag of Scotland and the royal flag. The flag historically and legally belongs to the monarchy or royalty of Scotland.