Highland Games 1

Who was the King who had the first Highland Games?

The crackdown on traditional Highland culture in the 19th century led to a decline in the Highland Games, which might have disappeared completely if it wasn't for _____ _____ .

In this competition, 2 teams pull the ends of a long, thick rope

In this competition, people lift a heavy metal ball to swing it around their heads.

In the Scottish hammer throw, the ball is attached to a wooden shaft instead of a ____ wire.

The weight for height event requires athletes to toss a weight over a ____ bar using only one hand.

The Highland Fling and sword dance are examples of traditional dances performed by _____.

These people were the Kings soldiers and protectors

Throwers in the hammer throw wear special shoes with ____ attached to the soles for balance.

Clan chieftains would select their fiercest clansmen to compete in tests of strength and ____ during the Highland Games.

a large, flat area surrounded by seats used for sports or entertainment. This is an enclosed area, for indoor activities.

What is the traditional Scottish skirt called?

The stone put event is similar to the Olympic event, but athletes are allowed a ____ start.

What are clan leaders called?

What is a spectator?

In the caber toss, competitors aim to toss a wooden pole so that it lands in a ____ position.

How much can the caber weigh in Caber Toss?