The Union of Scotland and England

What was a major reason for King James I's failure to unite England and Scotland?

• Lack of interest from both kingdoms

• Resistance due to fear of losing wealth and power

• Support from both kingdoms

• Successful unification under his rule

What was the Darien scheme intended to achieve for Scotland?

• A new trading route between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

• A new form of government

• A military alliance with Spain

• A cultural exchange program with England

What was the English response to the Scottish Security Act?

• A military invasion of Scotland

• A peace treaty with Scotland

• An economic alliance with Scotland

• The Alien Act, which made Scots foreigners in England

What was one reason the anti-British sentiment in Scotland did not last long after the Act of Union?

• Scotland was given complete autonomy

• The Scottish king became the ruler of England

• Scotland gained more wealth than England

• Scotland's church and legal system remained independent

What was the result of the 1707 Act of Union?

• The independence of Scotland

• The creation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain

• The separation of Scotland and England

• The dissolution of the English Parliament