ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST THE UNION Flashcards
What was one reason for the financial burden on Scotland before the union?
Navigation Acts
Who argued that a union with England was necessary for Scotland’s economic recovery?
John Clerk of Penicuik
What political advantage was suggested for Scotland in joining the union?
Better protection from European threats
What succession was secured by the union?
Hanoverian succession
What had increased during the 17th century as Scotland fell behind economically?
Civil disorder
What was believed to provide a more stable economic background for farmers?
Union with England
What did people react unfavorably to as it spread around the country?
Rise in poverty
What was the perceived benefit of union for land improvement?
More stable economic background
What was a fear related to the British Parliament’s representation?
It would be predominantly English.
What did royal burgh councils fear losing?
Royal burgh rights.
What political concern did landowners have about the union?
Reduction in the status of Scottish nobility.
What religious fear did Presbyterians have about the union?
The imposition of the Anglican church.
What did Scots Episcopalians believe about the Stuart dynasty?
It would restore episcopacy to the church.
What was the assumption about English currency and measures?
They would be introduced into Scotland.
What was the Union of the Crowns?
A shared monarchy between Scotland and England
What concern did some Scots have if they rejected the union?
Military invasion like Ireland
What was a potential career advantage mentioned for Scots in the union?
Opportunities in the army
What was a concern regarding English influence in Scotland?
Harmful English influence and self-interest
What was one shared interest between Scotland and England?
Common interest due to geographical proximity
What economic fear did anti-union Scots have regarding taxation?
English taxes were set at a higher rate than Scottish ones.
What did Jacobites believe about the Hanoverian succession?
It would mean suppression by the ‘English’ Parliament.
What was a fear regarding English trade in the union?
It would be favoured over Scottish trade.
