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My Family Tree William Boyle Mary King William R. Boyle Kenneth Boyle Martha Kopnisky Mona Boyle William K. Boyle William J. Boyle Pearl Hoyt Nora Rafferty Leon Rudolph Ruth Bennett John R. Hoyt Paulette Rudolph Betsy C. Hoyt

Scotland William Boyle

The Flag of Scotland ■The flag of Scotland features a white X-shaped cross representing the cross of the Christian martyr Saint Andrew (Scotland's patron saint) on a blue field ■According to Ancient and Heraldic traditions much symbolism is associated with colors. ■White - peace and honesty ■Blue - vigilance, truth and loyalty, perseverance & justice

Scotland is in red.

Population § 5, 254, 000 § Scotland makes up 0. 07% of the worlds population.

Life Expectancy § Male- 76. 9 years old § Female- 80. 2 years old § Scotland’s average life expectancy is 1. 5 years lower than the world’s average.

Religion § 54% of the Scottish population reported being a Christian while nearly 37% reported not having a religion in a 2011 census

Language § Most speak English. § Scottish Gaelic is also used. Example of Scottish Gaelic: Fàilte -Welcome Halò -Hello Latha math- Good day Ciamar a thu? -How are you? Tapadh leat -Thank you

Holiday § St. Andrew’s Day Feast of St. Andrew (patron saint of Scotland) § Celebrated on Nov. 30 th § It was thought that ritual slaughter of animals associated with Samhain was moved to this date, so as to assure enough animals were kept alive for winter. § But it is only in more recent times that the 30 November has been given national holiday status.

Recipe § Scottish Shepard’s pie Original recipe makes 8 servings 1 pound cooked ham, cut into one inch cubes 2 (14. 75 ounce) cans creamed corn 7 potatoes - peeled, boiled and mashed 1/4 cup butter. Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 2. Place ham in a 2 quart casserole dish and top with corn. Heat in preheated oven 10 minutes. Remove and top with mashed potatoes. Heat in oven for 20 more minutes, then remove. 3. Turn oven to "broil" setting. Dot potatoes with butter or margarine, then place pie under broiler just until golden brown on top, about 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Tourist Attractions § Loch Ness § One of the most famous lakes in the world Loch Ness is the second largest loch in Scotland after Loch Lomond (and due to its great depth it is the largest by volume) § It holds the legend of an infamous sea monster, the Loch Ness Monster!

Occupation Research Paid Firefighter

Nature of Work § Firefighters are employed to respond to emergencies of many kinds § Fires § Vehicle Accidents § Hazardous Materials § And even Medical Emergencies § Firefighters are trained to handle these situations and make the problem safe for people

Education § High School Diploma is necessary § Must attend a Training Academy § Often on the job training is used for specific situations § Most states demand completion of training modules

Other Qualifications § A degree in Fire Science is important when applying for an Officer position § Most Fire Departments have training through out their careers, often held quarterly in most paid departments

Job Outlook § When budgeting becomes tighter, there might be layoffs § However the job is always needed § Competition for this job is extremely intense

Potential Earnings § The average pay for a firefighter is $45, 250 per year starting § Officers and Chiefs make more on a rising pay grade § Firefighters who are also EMT’s make more per year, up to $55, 000 § In the future pay will go down due to budget cuts

Related Occupations § Paramedic § Police Officer § Safety Tech in Industry

Police Officer (Grandfather) § Nature of work- enforce the law and protect people § Education- college degree and separate training § Qualifications- must be able to handle high stress situations § Job out look- always needed but subject to budget cuts § Earnings- $66, 000 § Related- Marshall, Sheriff, Security Guard

Scotland's Government V. S. U. S. Government

Leader of Scotland § First Minister § Rt Hon Nicola Sturgeon MSP § Appointed by the Monarch § Member of the Scottish Parliament § Appointed by the Monarch of the United Kingdom.

Leader of U. S. § President Barak Obama § Elected through the Electoral College § Must be 36 years old § Be a natural born Citizen § Must live in the U. S. for at least 14 years § 4 Year term § Maximum of 10 years

Law Making Branch of Scotland § Parliament § Scots law is the legal system of Scotland § It is a hybrid or mixed legal system containing civil law and common law elements § traces its roots to a number of different historical sources

Law Making Branch of U. S. § U. S. Congress § Two chambers, House of Representatives, and Senate § 535 members total § 435 in the House § 100 in the Senate § Vice President presides over Senate (President of Senate) § Speaker of the House presides of the House § Republican party has the majority in both chambers

Individual Rights in Scotland § Individual rights in Scotland are protected by The Bill of Rights For Scotland § Adopted in 1978 § Previously the people were protected by the U. K. ’s Bill of Rights

Individual Rights in U. S. § The individual rights of the American people is protected by the Bill of Rights § This document sets the rights and privileges that each citizen of the United States has

Political Parties in Scotland § Labour § Conservative § Liberal Democrats § Green

Political Parties in U. S. § Republican- 2 nd amendment advocate § Democrat-pro choice on abortion § Socialist-racial equallity § Green- concerned with environment

Elections in Scotland § The Scottish people elect the members of parliament § Member s of parliament elect the offices

Elections in U. S. § The difference states hold primary elections to determine the candidates § The winners of the popular vote get to choose electors to the electoral college § The electors get to cast their vote for president

Taxes in Scotland § Scotland does have an income tax § Taxes are lower because they spend less on their government

Taxes in U. S. § The U. S. has a larger tax base due to government spending § There is an income tax § There are taxes at the local, state, and federal level

Law in Scotland § Laws are set and enforced by Scotland's criminal justice system § There are municipal police as well as federal agencies § Laws are passed through parliament

Law in U. S. § Law is enforced at the local and federal level § Laws are created in either chamber of congress § They must be approved by both chambers § Law goes to president (either veto or sign) § Law is put into place § Similar system happens at the state level

U. S. Relations With Scotland § The United States and Scotland have a good working relationship § Affairs with Scotland the United Kingdom are handled through a prime minister