Friday Quiz Burns Night Edition

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Which of the following was not a profession of Robert Burns
- Farmer
- Poet
- Journalist
- Tax man

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Explore Scottish culture with the Friday Quiz Burns Night Edition. Test your knowledge on Robert Burns' professions, iconic Scottish towns, VAT on traditional foods, Scottish social gatherings, and match famous works to their opening lines.

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Which Scottish town is famous as a venue for runaway marriages?
- Edinburgh
- Gretna Green
- Glasgow
- Dumfries
Correct Answer

A. Gretna Green

Explanation

The legal age for marriage in Scotland is 16, but if you are under 18 in England and Wales, you need parental consent to get married. As Gretna Green is the first place you get to when you cross the border from England, it became known as a place for young couples to get married.

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3.

What is the VAT on haggis?
- 20%
- 5%
- 0%
- Exempt
Correct Answer

A. 0%

Explanation

Haggis falls under the generic food classification, which means it attracts 0% VAT. It's delicious, too!

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4.

If you found yourself at a ceilidh, what would you expect to be doing?
- Watching a film
- Dancing
- Watching a fight
- Walking
Correct Answer

A. Dancing

Explanation

A celidh is a traditional Scottish party, basically, with traditional Scottish music and lots of dancing.

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Friday Quiz Burns Night Edition

Which of the following was not a profession of Robert Burns

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Which Scottish town is famous as a venue for runaway marriages?

What is the VAT on haggis?

If you found yourself at a ceilidh, what would you expect to be doing?