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What is the capital of Scotland?

Edinburgh. Glasgow is the largest city, however Edinburgh is the capital.

What is the official language of Scotland?

English. As part of the United Kingdom, English is the official language of Scotland. Gaelic is still used by a small percentage of the population, mostly in the north and west.

What is Scotland's longest river?

Tay. The River Tay is 117 miles long. The River Spey, famous for its distilleries, is second longest at 110 miles.

In 1603, following the death of Queen Elizabeth I, which Scottish monarch ascended to the throne of England?

James VI. James VI of Scotland (James I of England), son of Mary Queen of Scots became the first king following the 'Union of the Crowns'.

What is the largest ( in area ) freshwater loch (or lake) in Scotland?

Loch Lomond. The Loch Ness 'monster' inhabits the second largest Scottish loch!

In 1411, one of the oldest Universities in the world was founded in Scotland. Which one?

St. Andrew's. Glasgow University was founded in 1451, Edinburgh over 100 years later, and Strathclyde was founded in the 20th century!

What is the highest peak in Scotland?

Ben Nevis. Ben Nevis soars to 4,406ft, Ben Macdhui is second tallest, 422ft smaller.

Who led the Jacobite rebellion in 1745?

Bonnie Prince Charlie. William Wallace (aka Braveheart) led his popular revolt in the late 1200's and early 1300's.

In the infamous 'Massacre of Glencoe', which two clans were involved.

MacDonalds and Campbells. In 1692, the MacDonalds and their settlement in Glencoe were laid waste by the Campbells.

What is the official Scottish currency?

Pound. In addition to the Bank of England, banknotes from three Scottish banks are legal: Bank of Scotland, Royal Bank of Scotland and the Clydesdale bank.