Scotland's Governance: Devolution or Independence?

What year was the Scottish Parliament created?

• 1997

• 1999

• 2001

• 2003

What was the percentage of people who voted to stay in the United Kingdom in the 2014 referendum?

• 45%

• 50%

• 55%

• 60%

What age group was allowed to vote in the 2014 Scottish independence referendum?

• Everyone over the age of 18

• Everyone over the age of 16

• Everyone over the age of 21

• Everyone over the age of 15

Which of the following is NOT a devolved matter for the Scottish Parliament?

• Health

• Education

• Defence

• Transport

What is the term used to describe the current governance arrangement of Scotland within the UK?

• Independence

• Devolution max

• Federalism

• Devolution settlement

Which of the following is an advantage of the current devolution settlement?

• Complete independence from the UK

• Ability to make laws on devolved matters

• No representation in the UK Parliament

• Full control over foreign policy

What is the main topic of debate regarding Scotland's constitutional future?

• Economic policies

• Educational reforms

• Constitutional future

• Environmental issues

Which of the following is a possible alternative to the current devolution settlement?

• Monarchy

• Devolution max

• Anarchy

• Communism

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a topic of debate in the question?

• Reform

• Alternatives for governance

• Environmental policies

• Independence

What is the main advantage of sticking with the status quo?

• Full independence

• Stability and continuity

• Increased taxes

• No representation in the UK Parliament