Scottish Referendum: Alex Salmond Speech (Part One)

The speaker expresses gratitude for the support and votes for Scottish independence, acknowledges the pending results from the Highlands, and anticipates a majority for the no campaign. The referendum process is described as agreed and consented, and the speaker accepts the democratic decision of Scotland not to become independent at this stage, urging others to do the same.

What was the speaker thankful for in the beginning?

• The weather in Scotland

• The peaceful nature of the referendum

• The 1.6 million votes for independence

• The support from other countries

What was still pending according to the speaker?

• The final decision from the Highlands

• The announcement of a new referendum

• The international response to the referendum

• The counting of votes in Edinburgh

What did the speaker predict about the referendum results?

• A decision to delay the results

• A majority for the 'yes' campaign

• A majority for the 'no' campaign

• A tie between 'yes' and 'no' votes

How did the speaker describe the referendum process?

• A secretive and closed process

• A rushed and unplanned event

• An agreed and consented process

• A controversial and disputed process

What did the speaker urge the people of Scotland to do?

• Prepare for another referendum

• Protest against the results

• Accept the democratic verdict

• Demand a recount of votes