What do the following primary sources tell us about English views of the Scots and the Scots' views of themselves? Please write a DBQ.
The late thirteenth century and early fourteenth century was filled with hatred and malice between the English and the Scots. This disgust was mainly caused by opposing views and separate leaders.
The King of England gained control over Scottish territories, therefore, causing rebellion from the Scots. The English viewed any who tried to overthrow them, such as William Wallace or Robert the Bruce, as treacherous, dangerous, and worthy of painful death.
William Wallace, a Scottish rebel, took lead among the Scots and helped them to fight the English. In the eyes of the Scots, Wallace was a hero to be remembered for centuries to come. However, to the English he was an outcast who was trying to win a hopeless battle.
But England was challenged by yet another Scot, Robert the Bruce. The Bruce took over where Wallace had left off. The English viewed any Scot who assisted the Bruce as filthy scum. Despite this, Scotts from this time period were considered noble men and still are today.
Your thesis statement is far too vague. What were the opposing views? Who were the separate leaders? What "disgust" are you talking about?
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