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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?
- Green
- Yellow
- Red
- Purple (correct)
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?
- To be victorious
- To be watchful (correct)
- To be fierce
- To be calm
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?
- Samba music
- Soca music
- Fungi music (correct)
- Calypso music
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?
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?
Flashcards
Territorial Badge
Territorial Badge
The coat of arms, a symbol with Queen Ursula and oil tamps, representing 11,000 Virgins.
Territorial Tree
Territorial Tree
The white cedar tree, a symbolic plant of the Virgin Islands.
Territorial Music
Territorial Music
Fungi music, a unique form of music evolved from African traditions.
Territorial Colors
Territorial Colors
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Territorial Flower
Territorial Flower
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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
- 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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