Scottish Independence and Succession Crisis

The video covers the tumultuous period in Scottish history following the death of King Alexander III, leading to a succession crisis and the involvement of King Edward I of England. It details the Treaty of Salisbury, the death of Margaret Maid of Norway, and the subsequent wars of Scottish independence. Key figures like William Wallace and Robert the Bruce emerge, leading to battles such as Stirling Bridge and Bannockburn. The narrative concludes with the Treaty of Edinburgh-Northampton, recognizing Scotland's sovereignty.

What event triggered the Scottish succession crisis?

• The death of King Alexander III

• The abdication of John Balliol

• The birth of Margaret Maid of Norway

• The invasion of Scotland by England

Who was the only potential heir to the Scottish throne after the death of King Alexander III?

• John Balliol

• Margaret Maid of Norway

• Robert the Bruce

• Edward I of England

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Salisbury?

• Scotland's independence was confirmed

• Margaret Maid of Norway was to marry Edward's son

• John Balliol was crowned King of Scotland

• Robert the Bruce was exiled

Who was crowned as the puppet king of Scotland by Edward I?

• William Wallace

• Robert the Bruce

• Andrew Moray

• John Balliol

Which battle marked a significant victory for William Wallace and the Scottish resistance?

• Battle of Bannockburn

• Battle of Stirling Bridge

• Battle of Falkirk

• Battle of Dunbar

Who disappeared from the scene after the Battle of Falkirk?

• John Balliol

• Edward I

• William Wallace

• Robert the Bruce

Who was crowned King of Scotland in 1306?

• Edward I

• William Wallace

• Robert the Bruce

• John Balliol

Which battle in 1314 was a decisive victory for Robert the Bruce?

• Battle of Bannockburn

• Battle of Falkirk

• Battle of Dunbar

• Battle of Stirling Bridge

Who attempted to claim the Scottish throne during the Second War of Scottish Independence?

• William Wallace

• Edward Balliol

• Robert the Bruce

• John Balliol

What marked the official end of the Second War of Scottish Independence?

• The abdication of John Balliol

• The death of Edward I

• The Treaty of Berwick

• The Battle of Bannockburn