Which Scottish poet wrote the narrative poem 'Tam o' Shanter' and the poem and song 'Auld Lang Syne'?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Robert Burns
- Step 1: In November 1790, Robert Burns had written his masterpiece, the narrative poem "Tam O' Shanter", and his poem (and song) "Auld Lang Syne" (1788) is often sung at Hogmanay. Answer: Robert Burns. Why not the others: Hugh MacDiarmid, Walter Scott and Robert Fergusson don't fit.
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