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What does the word 'vigilante' in the context of the coat of arms symbolize?
What does the word 'vigilante' in the context of the coat of arms symbolize?
Which territorial color represents the feisty nature of Virgin Islanders?
Which territorial color represents the feisty nature of Virgin Islanders?
Which flower is designated as the territorial flower of the Virgin Islands?
Which flower is designated as the territorial flower of the Virgin Islands?
What type of music is described as having evolved from African roots to become known as fungi music?
What type of music is described as having evolved from African roots to become known as fungi music?
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Which bird is recognized as the territorial bird of the Virgin Islands?
Which bird is recognized as the territorial bird of the Virgin Islands?
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Study Notes
National Symbols
- Territorial Badge (Coat of Arms): Includes the word "vigilante" (meaning watchful). Shows Queen Ursula with 11,000 oil lamps, representing the 11,000 Virgins.
- Territorial Tree: White cedar tree
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Territorial Colours:
- Yellow: The rising sun
- Green: The hills
- Blue: The Caribbean Sea
- White: The beaches
- Red: The feisty nature of Virgin Islanders
- Territorial Music: Fungi music, developed from African music traditions through slavery and emancipation.
- Territorial Flower: White cedar flower
- Territorial Bird: Turtle dove
- Territorial Wear: Virgin Islands prints (representing local culture).
Examples of Culture
- Turtle dove
- Oleander
- Hibiscus flower
- Soursop
- Sugar apple
- Virgin island sloop
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Explore the rich national symbols and cultural elements of the Virgin Islands in this quiz. Test your knowledge on the territorial badge, flora, fauna, and musical traditions that define the identity of this vibrant community. Learn about the significance of each symbol and how they represent the spirit of the Virgin Islanders.
