Records of which sport in Scotland date back to the 15th century?
A Life in the UK Test practice question on life in the United Kingdom. Here is the correct answer, why each option is right or wrong, and the background you need to remember it.
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A
Golf ✓ Correct
Golf records in Scotland date back to the 15th century, establishing Scotland as the birthplace of the modern game.
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B
Tennis
Tennis does not have records dating back to the 15th century in Scotland.
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C
Football
Football does not have formal records dating back to the 15th century in Scotland.
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D
Rugby
Rugby did not exist in the 15th century; it was created much later in the 19th century.
The correct answer is A: Golf
Golf records in Scotland date back to the 15th century, establishing Scotland as the birthplace of the modern game.
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