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This is a quiz about Scottish Heritage. The questions are to test the users general knowledge of Scottish history.

Most of the questions relate to the North East of Scotland and are related to food and famous people/places from the Inverurie area.

Questions and Answers

1.
Cullen Skink originates from Cullen, but what does ‘skink’ means? Does it mean…

A.

Soup
B.

Broth
C.

Porridge

Correct Answer
A. Soup

Explanation
The correct answer is soup. Cullen Skink is a traditional Scottish soup that originated from the town of Cullen. "Skink" refers to a soup or broth, so Cullen Skink is a type of soup.

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2.

What is the original stock used to make Tattie Soup? Is it...
- A.
  
  Chicken Stock
- B.
  
  Mutton Stock
- C.
  
  Beef Stock
Correct Answer
B. Mutton Stock

Explanation
The original stock used to make Tattie Soup is Mutton Stock.

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3.

Clapshot is made from tatties and neeps. Where does Clapshot origniate from? Is it...
- A.
  
  Dumfries
- B.
  
  Orkney
- C.
  
  Argyll
Correct Answer
B. Orkney

Explanation
Clapshot originates from Orkney.

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4.

Skirlie was originally served with...
- A.
  
  Mutton
- B.
  
  Grouse
- C.
  
  Chicken
Correct Answer
B. Grouse

Explanation
Skirlie was originally served with grouse.

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5.

The French translation of this popular Scottish dish is 'Etuve'. What is this dish? Is it...
- A.
  
  Broth
- B.
  
  Brose
- C.
  
  Stovies
Correct Answer
C. Stovies

Explanation
Stovies is the correct answer for the French translation of this popular Scottish dish. Stovies is a traditional Scottish dish made with potatoes, onions, and leftover meat, typically beef or lamb. The dish is cooked slowly in a pot until the ingredients are tender and the flavors have melded together. The French translation for Stovies is 'Etuve'.

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A Wee Scottish Quiz

Cullen Skink originates from Cullen, but what does ‘skink’ means? Does it mean…

What is the original stock used to make Tattie Soup? Is it...

Clapshot is made from tatties and neeps. Where does Clapshot origniate from? Is it...

Skirlie was originally served with...

The French translation of this popular Scottish dish is 'Etuve'. What is this dish? Is it...