The Union Flag
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What was the original design of the first flag of the union called the 'Union Flag'?

  • Red cross of Scotland on the white cross of England on the blue background of the Scottish flag
  • White cross of England on the red cross of Scotland on the blue background of the English flag
  • White cross of Scotland on the red cross of England on the blue background of the English flag
  • Red cross of England on the white cross of Scotland on the blue background of the Scottish flag (correct)

    • When did the Act of Union in 1801 come into effect?

  • 1st January 1801 (correct)
  • 1st January 1850
  • 1st January 1707
  • 1st January 1750

    • Why is Wales not included on the Union Flag?

  • Wales refused to be represented on the flag
  • Wales did not want to be included in the flag
  • Wales is a Principality (correct)
  • Wales was not part of the United Kingdom at the time of the flag's design

    • How did the name 'Union Jack' originate?

    <p>The national flag was flown from the 'jack-staff' of sailing ships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Union Flag symbolize?

    <p>The administrative union of the countries of the United Kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is flown at half-mast on news of a Royal death?

    <p>Union Flag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the second quadrant of the Royal Standard represent?

    <p>Scotland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Wales not featured on the Royal Standard?

    <p>It is a Principality, not a kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Royal Standard in Scotland differ from the one in England?

    <p>It features two Scottish quadrants instead of the two representing England</p> Signup and view all the answers

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