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Historical Genesis Barron

The history of Scotland started in the 1100’s. This is when the Kingdom of Alba was formed. In the article “Scotland’s History” it states, “David I (around 1080 - 1153) is responsible for transforming Scotland into a feudal kingdom, modelled in part on its neighbour to the south” (1). Scotlands neighbour was England, which led to England invading Scotland in the war for independence in 1296. Scotland then entered what is called “The Wars of Independence.” Scotland later revolted against religious policies enforced by Charles I, thus which led to to “civil insurrection in Ireland and then England.” Scotland then became influenced by protestant teachings. In the 17th century King James VI took over the throne of England and became King James I of England (he was James VI King of Scots). King James I “united Scotland and England under one monarch” (Wikipedia 1). This later led to Scotland once again wanting to break away from England, but later in the 18th century joined in union because Scotland was a poor country with low population. Thus leading to events that led to the creation of modern Scotland.

"History of Scotland." // Wikipedia //. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 06 Jan. 2015. "History Timeline - Scotland." // VisitScotland //. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Jan. 2015.

Aim Kyla Jennings

The aim of the Scottish Government is to make a healthier and stronger community for their citizens. From the article “A Safer and Stronger Scotland “ the author states, “The Government's Safer and Stronger strategic objective is to help local communities to flourish, becoming stronger, safer places to live, offering improved opportunities and a better quality of life” (Scottish Government1). The government does many things to make the country a better place to live: they help businesses, improve the environment, and help poor communities. The Scottish Government strives to give each of its citizens a chance to become highly educated as well. This does not only provide more educated citizens but, ensures the continuation for a better Scotland. Along with a strong education for success the Scottish Government provides ways to be successfully healthy as well through helping adults and children that were at risk, creating a more controlled and healthy environment, and helping keep independence among aging citizens. As Scotland has developed a strong country, it has also developed a stronger government that cares about its citizens and their well being. As well as Scotland striving to achieve a healthier country it has also achieved economic strength. Although there had been some harmful occurrences during the 1900s due to the Great Depression, Scotland has become strong. In the article “History of Scotland” the author states, “During the Scottish Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution, Scotland became one of the commercial, intellectual and industrial powerhouses of Europe. Its industrial decline following the Second World War was particularly acute, but in recent decades the country has enjoyed something of a cultural and economic renaissance, fuelled in part by a resurgent financial services sector, the proceeds of North Sea oil and gas” (Wikipedia 1). As the economy grew stronger for Scotland the community gained strength as well. This was caused by the government trying to make a healthier, smarter, and stronger Scotland. Now some of the Scottish goals have been met and the government continues to strive for a stronger Scotland.

"History of Scotland." // Wikipedia // //.// Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 06 Jan. 2015. "Scottish Government." // Strategic Objectives //. N.p., 03 Dec. 2014. Web. 06 Jan. 2015.

Cultural Hannah Morse

Scotland’s culture, as almost all other cultures around the world, differs greatly from the culture found in America. There are, however, still many similarities between the two cultures. For example, English is the primary language in Scotland, but the dialects that the Scottish people have vary from area to area as there is a “wide range of different accents and dialects spoken across the country” (“Scottish Language”). The ancient Gaelic language, Celtic, is also still practiced and “numbers of speakers are increasing” (“Scottish Language”). The Scottish people celebrate many of the same holidays as people in the US. For example, New Year’s Eve is celebrated as Hogmanay (“Hogmanay”). The Highland Games are also a popular event in Scottish culture and are a “unique mix of sports, culture, and community” (“Scotland’s Summer Festivals”). While Scottish culture is very different from that of America, it is still a culture that is celebrated often for its uniqueness.

//Scottish Language//. Scotland, n.d. Web. 6 Jan. 2015. //Hogmanay//. Scotland, n.d. Web. 6 Jan. 2015. //Scotland’s Summer Festivals//. Scotland, n.d. Web. 6 Jan. 2015.

Audience Alex Manville

Macbeth was a play that took place in Scotland with the intent of Scottish people being the audience. The native Scottish, “emerged from an amalgamation of two Celtic peoples—the Picts and Gaels—who founded the Kingdom of Scotland (or Alba) in the 9th century”(Wikipedia 1). The people of Scotland are very open to other people coming into their country too, “Scotland is a multicultural country. People from all around the world choose to live, work and study here"(Scottish Enterprise). Scottish people were under the rule of King James I at the time of Macbeth and Shakespeare was smart to have the play be mostly directed towards the King’s beliefs and the peoples. The Scottish people and the ruler are the audience of Scotland.

"Edgar, King of Scotland." // Wikipedia //. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 06 Jan. 2015. "The Scottish People." // Scotland.org //. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Jan. 2015.