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Paraphrase the Scottish motto using the neutral (standard) English
Match the given facts to have a glossary on the topic
Nemo me impune lacessit - No one provokes me with impunity - was a phrase once told by Mary Queen of Scots (unfortunately killed at the time of Elizabeth I) and then adopted by James VI as a motto of the Royal Stuart dynasty of Scotland. Paraphrase the Scottish motto using the neutral (standard) English __________________________________________________________ WHAT SYMBOLS IN SCOTLAND REFLECT THE ST. ANDREW’S FAME? 3. Read an article and answer the question? Find any other objects with the Saltire Cross. Saint Andrew is the Patron Saint of Scotland, and St. Andrew's Day is celebrated by Scots around the world on the 30th November. The flag of Scotland is the Cross of St. Andrew, and this is widely displayed as a symbol of national identity. He was a disciple of Jesus and the brother of Simon Peter. Andrew was a missionary to Asia Minor, Macedonia, and southern Russia. Having many coverts, he was cruxified on an X-shaped cross by the Roman governor. It is this shape that is reflected in the Scottish flag. His relics can be found nowadays in St. Andrews in Scotland. The Lion and the Unicorn … In Celtic Mythology the Unicorn of Scotland symbolized innocence and purity, healing powers, joy and life itself. It was seen as a symbol of masculinity and power. 4. Taking an official animal people of the country try to reflect all of its qualities. What do you think the most important qualities the Scottish people want to have? Enumerate them. o Innocence o Purity o Boldness o Pride o Healing Powers o Joy o Intelligence o Virility o Nurturing Powers
2. 5. Read the story and answer the questions 3. What is the color of the thistle? 4. Who are the Norsemen? 5. What does the word ‘plunder’ mean? 6. Why did the Norsemen not conquer the Scotts? 7. What does the word ‘alarm’ mean in English and Spanish? THE MAIN FEATURES OF SCOTTISHNESS
The national drink The national dress
The national instrument The most popular national song
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