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Which of the following colors does NOT represent an aspect of the Virgin Islands national colors?
Which of the following colors does NOT represent an aspect of the Virgin Islands national colors?
What does the term 'vigilante' signify in the context of the coat of arms of the Virgin Islands?
What does the term 'vigilante' signify in the context of the coat of arms of the Virgin Islands?
Which of the following is associated with the territorial music of the Virgin Islands?
Which of the following is associated with the territorial music of the Virgin Islands?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a part of the Virgin Islands territorial wear?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a part of the Virgin Islands territorial wear?
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What does the white cedar tree represent in the context of national symbols?
What does the white cedar tree represent in the context of national symbols?
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Study Notes
National Symbols
- Badge (Coat of Arms): Represents vigilance, featuring Queen Ursula with 11,000 oil lamps, symbolizing the 11,000 virgin saints after whom the islands were named.
- Tree: White cedar tree
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Colors:
- Yellow: Rising sun
- Green: Hills
- Blue: Caribbean Sea
- White: Beaches
- Red: Fiery nature of Virgin Islanders
- Music: Fungi music, evolved from African music through slavery and emancipation.
- Flower: White Cedar Flower
- Bird: Turtle dove
- Other Cultural Elements: Virgin Islands print, turtle dove, oleander, hibiscus flower, soursop, sugar apple, Virgin Island sloop.
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Explore the rich cultural heritage of the Virgin Islands through their national symbols. This quiz covers various elements such as the coat of arms, colors, music, flora, and fauna that represent the islands' identity. Test your knowledge on these significant cultural aspects!
