Which Scottish archipelago lies between Orkney, the Faroe Islands and Norway and marks the northernmost region of the United Kingdom?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Shetland
- Step 1: Shetland, also called the Shetland Islands, is an archipelago in Scotland lying between Orkney, the Faroe Islands, and Norway, marking the northernmost region of the United Kingdom. Answer: Shetland. Why not the others: The Outer Hebrides: They lie off the west coast of Scotland, not between Orkney, the Faroes and Norway. The Inner Hebrides: They lie off the west coast of Scotland, not between Orkney, the Faroes and Norway.
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