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This Thing... |
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It Is... |
| 1. |
Is a small purple flower that grows all over the hills of
Scotland. In the movie "Brigadoon," it was part of
a song title, "______ on the Hill." |
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F. |
Heather |
| 2. |
Is the language spoken by the Scots before English was spoken.
This language is still spoken in the Highlands. |
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M. |
Gaelic |
| 3. |
Is the garment worn by Scottish men in place of trousers.
This garment is made of tartan fabric. |
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B. |
Kilt |
| 4. |
Is a gentle, furry animal with long horns. This animal is
often kept as a pet and is referred to as a "Heelan Coo." |
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K. |
Highland Cow |
| 5. |
Is a plaid fabric often made into kilts. Each Highland clan
has at least one version of this fabric that identifies that
clan. |
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H. |
Tartan |
| 6. |
Is a weapon used by such Scottish heroes as William Wallace
and Robert the Bruce. |
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I. |
Broadsword |
| 7. |
Is an animal that roams freely in Scotland eating everything
it can find. Its fur becomes beautiful wool sweaters and other
woolen products. |
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C. |
Sheep |
| 8. |
Is a cute little black dog with very short legs. They are
referred to as "Scotties." |
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L. |
Scottish Terrier |
| 9. |
Is a musical instrument played by blowing into it and holding
it under the arm. There are many jokes about this instrument,
and usually you either love them or find them annoying. |
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A. |
Bagpipe |
| 10. |
Is a large pole that Highland athletes "toss" at
Highland games. They look like telephone poles, and weigh over
150 pounds. |
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N. |
Caber |
| 11. |
Is a dish traditionally served at Burn's Dinners, and a poem
is read titled "Ode to the ______." Many people don't
like this dish because it is very greasy. |
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G. |
Haggis |
| 12. |
Is a creature that is hard to spot. She is fondly referred
to as "Nessie." |
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D. |
Loch Ness Monster |
| 13. |
Is a purple flower with very sharp thorns. In the poem "Twas
the Night Before Christmas," there is a line "...and
away they all flew like the down of a ______." |
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O. |
Thistle |
| 14. |
Is a hardworking dog used to herd sheep. In the movie "Babe,"
the little pig wanted to be one of these. |
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J. |
Border Collie |
| 15. |
Is a sweet cookie-like treat made with butter, sugar, and
flour. |
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E. |
Shortbread |
