Robert Burns, the Scottish Bard

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Robert Burns was a Scottish poet of the 18th century, often called 'the Bard'. He wrote in the Scots language as well as English, and his song 'Auld Lang Syne' is traditionally sung at New Year (Hogmanay).

Memory tip: Robert Burns, 'the Bard', wrote 'Auld Lang Syne', sung at New Year.

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Which Scottish poet is known as 'the Bard' and wrote 'Auld Lang Syne'?

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