Wars of Scottish Independence - S1

Question 1

Which 2 new tactics or weapons were used at the Battle of Falkirk in 1298?

Accepted Answer

Schiltron, Longbows

Question 2

Why did Edward I fall out with King John Balliol?

Accepted Answer

He wouldn't help him fight the French

Question 3

Who was the FIRST king of Scotland that we learned about in this topic?

Accepted Answer

King Alexander III

Question 4

Who did Edward I choose as the new king?

Accepted Answer

John Balliol

Question 5

During which centuries did the Wars of Independence take place?

Accepted Answer

13th and 14th centuries

Question 6

Which of the following crimes was William Wallace NOT accused of at his trial in 1305

Accepted Answer

Texting while driving

Question 7

When was the Battle of Stirling Bridge?

Accepted Answer

1297

Question 8

Why was Robert the Bruce EXCOMMUNICATED from the church?

Accepted Answer

He murdered John Comyn in a church

Question 9

To which 2 of the following cities were parts of Wallace's body sent to as a warning?

Accepted Answer

Stirling, Perth

Question 10

Who decided who should become the King of Scotland after the Maid of Norway died?

Accepted Answer

King Edward I of England

Question 11

What important letter sent to the Pope in 1320 said that Scotland was an independent country?

Accepted Answer

The Declaration of Arbroath

Question 12

When were the medieval times?

Accepted Answer

Between the 5th and 15th centuries AD

Question 13

Who was chosen to inherit the throne from King Alexander III?

Accepted Answer

Margaret, the Maid of Norway

Question 14

William Wallace and which other leader were in charge of the Scottish army at Stirling Bridge?

Accepted Answer

Andrew Moray

Question 15

How many days did the Battle of Bannockburn last in June 1314?

Accepted Answer

2 days

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a reason why the Scots won the Battle of Bannockburn?

Accepted Answer

The French army arrived to help their allies the Scots.

Questions 16