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What was the original design of the first flag of the union called the 'Union Flag'?
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?
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?
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?
How did the name 'Union Jack' originate?
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What does the Union Flag symbolize?
What does the Union Flag symbolize?
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What is flown at half-mast on news of a Royal death?
What is flown at half-mast on news of a Royal death?
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What does the second quadrant of the Royal Standard represent?
What does the second quadrant of the Royal Standard represent?
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Why is Wales not featured on the Royal Standard?
Why is Wales not featured on the Royal Standard?
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How does the Royal Standard in Scotland differ from the one in England?
How does the Royal Standard in Scotland differ from the one in England?
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