Scottish society in the Middle Ages - Test
- 1. Which event marked the end of the Middle Ages in Scotland?
A) Battle of Bannockburn
B) Battle of Flodden
C) The Declaration of Arbroath
D) The Black Death
- 2. Who was the legendary Scottish hero who led a rebellion against English rule in the early 14th century?
A) William Wallace
B) Robert the Bruce
C) Alexander II
D) James IV
- 3. Which castle in Scotland is known as the 'key to the kingdom' and played a key role in the Wars of Independence?
A) Dunstaffnage Castle
B) Urquhart Castle
C) Stirling Castle
D) Edinburgh Castle
- 4. What was the traditional Scottish system of landholding in the Middle Ages called?
A) Feudalism
B) Manorialism
C) Clan system
D) Merchet
- 5. Which famous Scottish poet lived during the late Middle Ages and is known for works such as 'The Kingis Quair'?
A) Allan Ramsay
B) William Dunbar
C) James I
D) Robert Burns
- 6. Who succeeded Robert the Bruce as King of Scotland?
A) Malcolm IV
B) James III
C) Robert II
D) David II
- 7. Which Scottish king was responsible for establishing the burgh system in the 12th century?
A) James II
B) Robert II
C) David I
D) Alexander II
- 8. In the Middle Ages, what was a popular Scottish weapon used in battle?
A) Longbow
B) Halberd
C) Claymore
D) Mace
- 9. Which ancient Scottish kingdom emerged as a powerful force in the Middle Ages?
A) Alba
B) Dalriada
C) Pictland
D) Strathclyde
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