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
