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Unit 1 section A ----Sarah The Expensive Fantasy of Lord Williams Background information: 1.Scotland 2.Tomintoul 3.Scotland Yard 4.Irish Republic Army(IRA) About Scotland Scotland It is one of four constituent nations which form the united kingdom(the other three are England, Wales and Northern Ireland). Forming the northern part of the island of Great Britain, Scotland is 31,510 square miles in area, 274 miles long from North to South, and varies in breadth between 24 and 154 miles. The official language is English, although Gaelic is spoken, primarily in the North and West of Scotland. Scotland is divided into three main regions: the Highlands, the Midland Valley and the southern Uplands. Most of the population and the majority of Scotland’s industry is located within the Midland Valley. It includes 787 islands, of which most belong to groups known as the Hebrides, Orkney and Shetland. Only 62 exceed three square miles in area. It is well known for its mountainous and beautiful scenery. Much of the upland within the Uk is contained within the borders of Scotland, along with the highest peaks. Government in Scotland is in four tiers. It also has its own banking system and its own banknotes. Edinburgh is the second financial center of the UK and one of the major financial centers of the world. The capital of Scotland Scotland well known for their Castles and history is epitomized by Edinburgh the capital of Scotland. You will find many exciting areas and places to visit in your stay at Edinburgh, the castle and the Edinburgh Zoo, the Royal Botanic Garden along with other popular visitor attractions such the Dungeons, museums and galleries. Castles Sprit of Scotland Haunted castles in Scotland was the subject of the Endless Vacation magazine assignment. Many of the Scottish castles are known for their apparitions, spirits who linger and occasionally return to surprise the inhabitants. Wedding in Scotland Scotland is one of the most beautifu