Written assignment

Weigh the Revolution Settlement and the Secession. First, set out what the Act of 7 June 1690 established and what it left out (the Covenants, the Acts of 1638-1649, patronage). Second, explain why the Cameronians refused to join the Revolution Church and why the Four Brethren seceded in 1733 (Thomson, ch. II; M'Crie). Third, judge whether the Seceders' grounds were the same as, or different from, the Cameronians', and whether secession was the right course, stating the case of those who stayed in the national church fairly. Length: 4-5 pages. Assessed on: Accurate reading of the 1690 Act, with quotations; Clear account of the Cameronian and Secession positions, distinguished; Uses Thomson and M'Crie with page references; States the opposing case fairly before judging; Clear argument, correct citations.