The Crown
Day in the Life
Folklore and Fae
Topography and Geograpy
Flora and Fauna
100
What was the name of Macbeth's wife?
Gruoch
100
Which of the following did barbers not do in 11th century Scotland?
1. cut hair
2. bloodletting
3. minor surgeries
4. cure the poisoned
4. cure the poisoned
100
The Loch Ness Monster is a mythical creature. It has a lesser known cousin and rival named Morag, residing in Loch Morar.
In what lake and location does Nessie(Loch Ness Monster) reside?
Lake: Loch Ness
Location: Scottish Highlands
100
The Atlantic Ocean and the ______ Sea surround Scotland.*
*hint: it is a cardinal direction
North
100
Before modern medicine, the people of Scotland frequently used medicinal herbs and plants for every-day ailments.
Peppermint was one of these herbs, used for several different problems and valued for its properties of relaxation.
Name one of the symptoms peppermint was said to cure.
acceptable answers:
sore throat, toothace, headache, stomach issues
200
What does Macbeth's name mean in Gaelic
1. Son of Life
2. Brown Warrior
3. Red Warrior
4. Army Ruler
1. Son of Life
200
Apothecaries of 11th century Scotland sold and traded herbs, ointments, and tinctures, often growing the ingredients in their own gardens.
What is one herb that could be commonly found in apothecaries?
Acceptable answers: Most medicinal herbs.
Notable examples:
Peppermint, thyme, sage,rosemary
200
A kelpie is a shape-shifting, horse-like water spirit of Scottish folklore. They are said to haunt rivers and streams. Kelpies try to lure bystanders to climb on their back, before plunging headlong into the nearest body of water to drown their victim. The victim becomes magically stuck to their back, unable to free themselves. Keplies could also take the form of a human, much like sirens, to lure humans near the water.
What is a kelpie’s weak spot?
1. The bridle
2. The mane
3. The tail
4. In human form
1. The bridle
200
Edinburgh castle was once the stronghold and castle of Scottish monarchs. The first king of Scotland who is known to have made his residence in Edinburgh Castle was Malcolm III, with his wife, Queen Margaret, who later died in the castle in 1093.
Where does Edinburgh Castle stand?
1. Castle Rock
2. Jewel Rock
3. Scott's Rock
4. Edinburgh Rock
1. Castle Rock
200
Belladonna is also called Deadly Nightshade. Its name means, “ beautiful lady”. Belladonna’s dark berries are thought to be the same berries that made Juliet appear dead in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. The roots, stems, leaves, and berries are all extremely poisonous. It is classified in the nightshade family Solanaceae, which also includes tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplant.
What part of Belladonna is the most poisonous?
the roots/ roots
300
As we know in Shakespeare’s Macbeth, Duncan was murdered at Inverness by Macbeth and Lady Macbeth’s urging. This story is not actually true. The real story is that Duncan succeeded to the throne after the death of King Malcoln II in 1034. Macbeth believed he had a better claim to the throne of Scotland than Duncan did, so a rivalry developed between King Duncan I and Macbeth.
Later, in 1040, Duncan was killed in battle against Macbeth near _______.
1. Elgin
2. Glamis
3. Durham
4. Inverness
1. Elgin
300
Bow makers were very popular in 11th century Scotland, making bows, crossbows, arrows, and sometimes bolts using a variety of woods and tools.
These crafty craftsmen were also called ______.
1. bowizers
2. boyers
3. bowyers
4. bowists
3. bowyers
300
Selkies are mythical creatures from Scottish folklore, said to be able to metamorphose between human and seal forms. Selkie folk are often referred to as being incredibly attractive. Unlike kelpies, these creatures are benign and friendly.
How do selkies transform into humans?
by taking off their seal skins
300
Scafell Pike is a very high mountain Lord Leconfield donated to honor WW1 soldiers.
About how many years ago was it formed?
1. 200
2. 25,000
3. 350,000
4. 450,000,000
4. 450,000,000
300
In Act 1, Scene iii, Line 86, Banquo talks about the “insane root” after the encounter with the three witches.
To what herb was he most likely referring to?
1. Bloodbane or Monkshood
2. Devil's Snare
3. Hemlock or Henbane
4. Oleander
3. Hemlock or Henbane
400
Saint Margaret was a queen of Scotland. She was born around 1045 in Hungary to Princess Agatha of Hungary and the exiled Anglo-Saxon Prince Edward Atheling. Margaret and her family returned to England when she was 10-years-old because her father was called back as a potential successor to the throne. After the family arrived in England, Edward died. The rest of the family chose to stay in England. Eventually, they fled from William the Conqueror in 1066, and were shipwrecked off the coast of Scotland trying to get to Northumbria(In nowaday northern England and south-east Scotland). King Malcolm the III befriended and protected Margret’s family, falling in love with Margaret.
In what year was she married to Malcolm III?
1. 1040
2. 1070
3. 1030
4. 1050
2. 1070
400
Hawks and other birds of prey were often trained from a young age to hunt and follow commands for the sport of Scottish noblemen, a tradition that still exists today.
What was this practice called?
Falconry
400
Unicorns are horses depicted with a white horse-like body and a single spiraling horn. They were said to have great healing powers, and were often associated with the moon. Unicorns were also proud and supposedly untamable beasts.
What were unicorns a symbol of in Celtic mythology?
Acceptable answers: purity and innocence
Purity, innocence
400
Andrew Carnegie, billionaire industrialist, was born in the capital of Scotland.
What was the capital of Scotland in the 11th-15th century?
1. London
2. Glamis
3. Fife
4. Dunfermline
4. Dunfermline
400
The mountain hare is a common critter in the uplands of Scotland. They’re known for their unique ability to change their coat every season in order to camouflage with their environment.
When snow falls, this rabbit sheds its brown fur and turns entirely white except for this part of their body.
the tips of their ears remain black
500
Malcolm II was born in 954 and died in 1034. He wanted to secure the royal succession for Duncan, who was his grandson, so he tried to eliminate possible rival heirs. However, Macbeth, who was the husband of Kenneth III’s granddaughter, survived to challenge the succession.
In what year did Malcolm II kill King Kenneth III to become king?
1005
500
Cobblers and cordwainers were both footwear-focused professions, but were distinguished from each other by one key difference.
What was it?
Cordwainers would make new shoes from new leather, while cobblers were mostly restricted to repairing shoes from old materials.
500
Ashrays are a type of water-dwelling fairies from Scottish folklore. They are completely translucent in appearance and often mistaken for sea ghosts. These creatures are completely nocturnal, so you wouldn’t find one in the day.
What will Ashrays/Asrais turn into if exposed too long to the sun?
a puddle of water
500
Fife was one of the seven great Pictish kingdoms. The word “Picti” is a Latin term adopted by the Romans meaning “Painted Ones.”
What was the nickname of this ancient kingdom?
Fib
500
Scotland does not officially have a national bird, but this iconic raptor has become a symbol of the country and is one of the most popular candidates for the position, becoming a national bird in its own right.
What is it?
Golden Eagle