A. Reading comprehension – Multiple-choice questionnaire

Read the article about the Hebrides on pages 26-29 of English Now No 124, then choose the correct answer.

1. How many islands are there in the Hebrides?
- a. Around 100
- b. More than 200
- c. Exactly 301
2. Which one of these islands is located in the Outer Hebrides?
- a. The Isle of Skye
- b. The Isle of Jura
- c. The Isle of Lewis
3. What type of holiday can you expect in the Hebrides?
- a. A lot of partying and dancing in pubs and nightclubs.
- b. A lot of outdoor activities including hiking, biking and kayaking.
- c. A lot of shopping in fancy boutiques.
4. Which type of animals are you most likely to see in the Hebrides?
- a. Birds and aquatic mammals.
- b. Spiders and snakes.
- c. Birds and forest mammals.
5. There is only one place in Britain where prehistoric mummies have been found. Where is it?
- a. North Uist
- b. South Uist
- c. St Kilda
6. What is the name of the drystone towers you can find across the Hebrides?
- a. Callanish stones
- b. Carved stones
- c. Brochs
7. Which people left stone carvings and crosses on the Hebrides?
- a. Early Christian people
- b. Celt tribes
- c. Egyptian monarchs
8. If you order seafood in a Scottish restaurant, what can you expect to eat?
- a. Beef and lamb meat
- b. Scallops, oysters and mussels
- c. Raspberries, blueberries and mulberries
9. Which alcohol made in Scotland is known all over the world?
- a. Gin
- b. Vodka
- c. Whisky
10. Who destroyed the Hebridean trees to prevent the local people from building boats with it?
- a. The Vikings
- b. The English
- c. The French