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 * Historical (Ian Crockett): Scotland [[image:https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/2TMwaJUsbSy1TQoOG98YV4yVIIgGN5iTxuF5In-myUmkRQM4BSSxzn9RZ0Z-Twe7KJK2SoMR2vPnwM8OmOvpPvBoho2fjrBfrv5Ig_d-lRRHZRU5FI8E5GKK width="624px;" height="367px;"]]**


 * Scotland (early on) was always being controlled by another people or government. Up until around 400 AD the Roman had a major role to play in Scotland’s economy, government, and all around society (Scotland ABC-Clio). After the Romans left Scotland (due to their own issues) the remaining people (of Scotland) separated into many different groups of people (clans). These clans, when separated, were unable to stop the “influence (aka invasion)” of Britain and their cultures. “ Scotland and England endured a relatively peaceful coexistence” (Scotland ABC-Clio). This was true until the late 1200’s. After that point Scotland wanted nothing to due with England or Britain (and viceversa). This caused a cultural division between the neighboring countries. They settled their differences in 1707 with the enacting of the Act of Union, which made Scotland, England, and Great Britain all the “same country” (BBC). While widely unpopular at the time, the act would create a “new” form of culture, one that would affect historical writings, plays, and modern society in Europe today. **


 * Cultural (Tristan Davis): Scotland **
 * The culture of Scotland is very unique and has been from the time it became its own country. Their culture is made up of many different activities, traditions, and arts and crafts, but one of these that they are known best for is their unique music. Their national instrument is the bagpipe and the bagpipe can be played in many different variations. In modern day culture, a famous band is known as the Red Hot Chili Pipers, and as stated in this article, “The distinctive sound is synonymous with Scotland, and popular Red Hot Chilli Pipers offer this with a twist, blending bagpipe and rock music” (VisitScotland 1). The bagpipe isn’t the only instrument known in Scotland, in fact, there are many more which include the fiddle. Music and dance are big part of the Scotland culture and can be seen anywhere in Scotland from the many festivals to the concerts. Scotland is one of the Celtic Nations and because of this, they are represented at interceltic events. Two of these interceltic events are hosted by Scotland. One of the two events is the Celtic Connections, Glasgow and the other is the Hebridean Celtic Festival, Stornoway. Scotland’s culture is represented at these festivals and consist of famous artwork to music and dances. **


 * Aim (Catherine Gavin): Scotland [[image:https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/nl4Xl5EinEAqQ4z36vb9lQa5L2FFGMkOUYaKl_KlewgFmjkccNyOxyli4-2CM0et8c0aKNm5jbIHdRW3ZSf9kIQan4pBtRa-OHqG78LtZM-ZOgM1R_RHWzKz width="288px;" height="247px;"]]**
 * Scotland is a land of many influential historical and cultural aspects. They are one of the most “commercial, intellectual, and industrial powerhouses of Europe” (Wikipedia). It’s many cultural and historical elements have enhanced the world as a whole, influencing entire countries. Some of the most inspirational people/figures in the US, such as John Paul Jones and Uncle Sam, have Scottish heritage. Without this influential country, the US would not have the one figure that persuaded many to join the army and allow the country to prosper as it has. It can safely be assumed that the US government and army would not be as it is without the impact of Scotland. Also, by having a democratic government they have had a powerful impact on the surrounding and close by European countries. Many people of Scottish descent have helped Great Britain when they lost their colonies, and at the same time helped the US when they declared their independence from Great Britain. Overall, without the Scottish influence things would be very different for all of the countries today. **


 * Audience (Kyle Lorenz): **
 * Scotland is built with an intricate social class. In Scotland, if one works hard they will eventually rise on the social class ladder. The primary audience of Scotland is the Professional and Managerial class which is 23.5 percent of its people. The secondary audience is the unemployed class which is 1.1 percent of Scotland's’ population. An online article stated that, “In Scotland, among adults of working age in 2001, nearly two thirds had moved to a different social class to that in which they were brought up” (Iannelli and Paterson). The large number of people that are in the Professional and Managerial class is a strength. The low amount of the population that is in the lower class helps keep the economy in a stable position. The other 75.4 percent of people are in, Routine non-manual, Petty bourgeoisie, Skilled manual, Unskilled manual. **


 * Works Cited: **
 * "Arts and Culture." VisitScotland. VisitScotland, 2013. Web. 13 Nov. 2013. **
 * "Culture of Scotland." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 26 July 2013. Web. 13 Nov. 2013. **
 * Iannelli, Christina, and Lindsay Paterson. "Moving Up and Down the Social Class Ladder in **


 * Scotland." Centre for Educational Sociology, May 2005. Web. 13 Nov. 2013. **
 * "Scotland." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 11 Nov. 2013. Web. 13 Nov. 2013. **
 * "Scotland." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras. ABC-CLIO, 2013. Web. 13 Nov. **
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 * "Scottish Government." Our Purpose. N.p., 19 June 2012. Web. 13 Nov. 2013. **
 * "The Making of the Union." BBC News. BBC, n.d. Web. 13 Nov. 2013. **