On April 12th we worked in groups in order to characterize Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Please post comments on this post so that everybody can read your answers to the questions given:
- Group 1: "Place the following locations on the map of Wales: Cardiff, Anglesey, Bangor and Newport. What is their significance in the country?" (p. 24)
- Group 2: "Access the Blog and find a link to investigate the responsibilities and powers of the devolved administration in Wales. How is it similar/ different from the English government?" (p. 25)
- Group 3: "Search the web for more information on the main economic activities today in Wales" (p. 35)
- Group 4: "Place the following locations on the map of Scotland: The Highlands, the Lowlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Orkney and the Hebrides. What is their significance in the country?" (p. 26)
- Group 5: "Place the following locations on the map of Ireland: Northern Ireland, The Republic of Ireland, Belfast, Dublin and Londonderry. What is their significance in the country?" (p. 29)
- Group 6: "Search the web for information on the period known as "The Troubles". Then look at the following wall paintings found in the city of Belfast. How do they relate to the information you have gathered?" (p. 30)
- Group 7: "St Patrick's Day is a well known celebration that originated in Ireland. What is the relation between St Patrick and the "wearing of green", that is, wearing a shamrock on one's clothing? / Search the net for information about St Patrick's Festival in Dublin. How is it celebrated? Where else in the world is this day commemorated?" (p. 30)
- Group 8: "The following are some of the most salient Welsh symbols. Look at the pictures and find more information about them. What do they tell us about the "Welsh Pride"?" (p. 76)
- Group 9: "Let's work now with the Scottish symbols. Look at the pictures and find more information about them. What's their significance in establishing a distinct Scottish identity?" (p. 80)
- Group 10: "The Irish symbols tell us a lot about the external history and internal history of Irish English. Look at the pictures and find more information about them. Do they relate to the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland or both? What do they tell us about the Irish character?" (p. 86)
Group 8
ReplyDeleteWelsh Dragon Flag: It consists of a red dragon passant on a green and white field. The flag incorporates the Red Dragon of Cadwaladar, king of Gwynedd, along with Tudor coulours of green and white. It was used by Henry VII at the Battle of Bosworth in 1485. After that, it was carried to St Paul's Cathedral. The dragon was then included as a supporter of the Tudor royal arms to signify their Welsh descent. It was officially recognised as the Welsh national flag in 1959.
Flag of Saint David: the flag is normally a yellow cross on a black field, but it has also appeared as a black cross on a yellow field or with an engrailed cross. It represents the 6th century Saint David, a Welsh bishop of Menevia and the patron saint of Wales.The Flag of Saint David has been used as a flag representing Wales (as an alternative to the Red Dragon flag) The flag can be seen throughout Wales, but not as frequently as the Red Dragon. On Saint David's Day it often plays a central role in the celebrations.the colours of the flag, black and gold, have certainly long been associated with the Welsh saint, even if not always in the form of a symmetrical cross.
The Leek and the Daffodil: (national emblems of Wales)
The Leek: According to legend on the eve of the battle against the Saxons St David advised the Britons to wear leeks in their caps so as to easily distinguish friend from foe. This helped to secure a great victory. Today Welsh people around the world wear leeks on St David's Day. It is also a surviving tradition that soldiers in the Welsh regiments eat a raw leek on St David's Day. It is also a surviving tradition that soldiers in the Welsh regiments eat a raw leek on St David's Day.
The Daffodil: is the national flower of Wales, and is worn on St David's Day each 1 March. The daffodil became popular in the 19th century, encouraged by David Lloyd-George.
Group Number 4 - Page 26 - Activity 1
ReplyDeletePlace the following location on the map of Scotland :
The Highlands
The Lowlands
Edinburgh
Glasgow
Orkney
the Hebrides
What is their significance in the country?
The Highlands : It is a large historic town located in the North of Scotland. It is divided in many councils united and it takes up a 40% of the region. The Scottish English is the predominant language of the area nowadays and it also has a big influence of Celtic language as its main characteristic.
This area is very sparcel with many mountains.
The Lowlands : Also called Scottish Lowlands. As a cultural area Lowlands it is not an official geographical or administrative area of the country. It includes two main topographic regions : The Mainland Valley and the Southern Uplands. Much of this area lies within the basins of the rivers Forth and Clyde.
Edinburgh : It is Scotland´s Capital and the second largest city of the country and also the seventh most popular city of the UK. Furthermore, it is one of the most touristic cities in Scotland with many offers and attractions for the tourists which come over every year. It is a World Heritage according with the UNESCO.
Glasgow : It is located in the South East of Scotland, it was founded in the sixth century. It is one of the most famous cities in Scotland and Europe. Glasgow is the largest city in the country and the third of the Great Britain. In 1919 the city was crowned as the UK city of design and architecture. This city is one of the most visited due to its touristic attractions.
Orkney Islands : It is a group of more than 70 islands and islets and it is located in the North of Scottish mainland. The Orkney Island constitutes a council area and belongs to the historic county of Orkney. They were the Orcades of ancient classical literature and it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage in 1999. Orkney is a prosperous farming area despite its fragmentation. The main agricultural products are beef cattle and eggs. There are only two towns on mainland : Kirkwall and Stromness.
The Hebrides : It is the largest archipelago and it is located in the West coast of Scotland.
Exterior Islands : Lewis, Harris, Berneray, North, Saint Kilda, North Uist.
Interior Islands : Skye, Mull, Islay, Jura, Staffa.
They are surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean. The first activities are breeding cattle and fishing.
Stornoway is an important city where you can find the famous fishing port.
Group 7 – p. 30 - Activity 4
ReplyDeletea. St. Patrick's Day is religious celebration commemorating the death date of Saint Patrick. The blue colour was the originally colour; but, Ireland’s nickname is the “Emerald Isle”, so they changed it to green. The colour is also in the flag and in the shamrock that used St. Patrick. There is a legend that wearing green on this day makes you invisible and leprechauns can’t pinch you because they can’t see you. In this day, people pinch ones that are not wearing green because of the tradition.
b. Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities are highlighted by a giant parade. People walk the two mile parade route with hats, painted faces, wearing green and drinking a lot of green beer. They make a huge party and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day during five days.
Apart from Ireland, this day is also commemorated in Great Britain, the United States, Canada, Argentina (Bs As), Monserrat, Switzerland, Russia, Asia and in the International Space Station.
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ReplyDeleteSt Andrew´s flag:
ReplyDeleteThe Scotland's flag is a white X-shaped cross, which represents the cross of the patron saint of Scotland, Saint Andrew on a blue field. The flag is called the Saltire or the Saint Andrew's Cross. According to legend, the Christian apostle and martyr Saint Andrew appeared to scotish soldiers in battle and they got the courage to won it ;as a result, since then the flag took that shape and became in the official flag of the country. Furthermore,The colours of the flag was changing from light blue to dark blue through the history depending of which colour of blue dye was available at the time. However, when the Saltire was incorporated to the United Kingdom's flag it took the dark blue which represents the colour of navy.
Loch Ness Monster “Nessie”
The Loch Ness Monster, also refered to as "Nessie", is a supposed animal, said to live in the scottish loch of Loch Ness. Although there are many histories about it since its first "appearance" in 1993, this monster is a legend because there is not scientific evidence of the existence of this creature.
Scotish bagpiper and tartan design
Bagpipes are musical instruments (aerophones) that create a melodic sound. They were mostly used in the british military. As bagpipers, kilts were used in regiments in order to represent and motivate the military. Kilts are knee-lenght skirts with tartan designe that were used for men as well as for women. They were traditional in scotish highlands in 16th century: then they become part of the general culture of scotish clans.
Group 2:
ReplyDeleteSince devolution, some policies and servicies are different in Wales."The National Assembly for Wales" and "The Welsh Assembly Government" are responsible for most duties of day-to-day concerns.The first one is the representative body; with law-making powers on devolved matters.It debates and approves legislation; Its role is to scrutinise and monitor The Welsh Assembly Government (It has 60 elected members).Whereas, the second one is the devolved government for Wales.It develops and implements policy and it's answerable to the National Assembly.Lead by the Prime Minister, it's responsible for health, education, economic development, culture, the environment and transport.
Group 2:
ReplyDeleteSince devolution, some policies and servicies are different in Wales."The National Assembly for Wales" and "The Welsh Assembly Government" are responsible for most duties of day-to-day concerns.The first one is the representative body; with law-making powers on devolved matters.It debates and approves legislation; Its role is to scrutinise and monitor The Welsh Assembly Government (It has 60 elected members).Whereas, the second one is the devolved government for Wales.It develops and implements policy and it's answerable to the National Assembly.Lead by the Prime Minister, it's responsible for health, education, economic development, culture, the environment and transport.
Group 5 page 29 Northern Ireland:created in 1921 when Ireland divided by an act of the British Parliament. Belfast:capital of Northern Ireland and the largest city. Dublin:capital of the Republic of Ireland. It is the largest city in this country. Londonderry:it has a great riverside setting, fascinating historical sights. It used to be a conflictic city.
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ReplyDeleteWales. Important locations.
Cardiff
Cardiff is the capital and largest city in Wales and the tenth largest city in the United Kingdom. The city is the country's chief commercial centre, the base for most national cultural and sporting institutions, the Welsh national media, and the seat of the National Assembly for Wales. Cardiff is a significant tourist centre and the most popular visitor destination in Wales. Cardiff is a university city.
Anglesey
Anglesey is by far the largest island of Wales and the fifth-largest island surrounding Great Britain. Two bridges span the Menai Strait, connecting the island to the mainland: the Menai Suspension Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford in 1826, and the Britannia Bridge.
Historically, Anglesey has long been associated with druids. In AD 60 the Romans determined to break the power of the Celtic druids, attacked the island and then they destroying the shrine and the sacred groves.
Bangor
Bangor is a city in Gwynedd unitary authority, north west Wales, and one of the smallest cities in Britain. It is the oldest city in Wales. Historically it is a university city with a population of 10,000 students at Bangor University.
Newport
Newport is a cathedral and university city and unitary authority area in south east Wales. It is the third largest city in Wales.
Newport has been a port since medieval times, when a castle (Newport Castle) was built by the Normans. It grew significantly in the 19th century, when its port became the focus of coal exports from the eastern valleys of South Wales. During the 20th century, when the docks declined in importance, Newport remained an important manufacturing and engineering centre.
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ReplyDeleteIf you can not clic the link above, the information is in this blog, in the label UK
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