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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?
- To be festive
- To be appreciative
- To be secretive
- To be watchful (correct)
Which territorial color represents the feisty nature of Virgin Islanders?
Which territorial color represents the feisty nature of Virgin Islanders?
- Red (correct)
- Blue
- Green
- Yellow
Which flower is designated as the territorial flower of the Virgin Islands?
Which flower is designated as the territorial flower of the Virgin Islands?
- Soursop
- Hibiscus flower
- White Cedar Flower (correct)
- Oleander
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?
Which bird is recognized as the territorial bird of the Virgin Islands?
Which bird is recognized as the territorial bird of the Virgin Islands?
Flashcards
Virgin Islands Coat of Arms
Virgin Islands Coat of Arms
The Virgin Islands' official emblem, featuring Queen Ursula and 11,000 oil lamps, symbolizing 11,000 virgins.
Virgin Islands Territorial Tree
Virgin Islands Territorial Tree
The white cedar tree is the official tree of the Virgin Islands.
Virgin Islands Colors
Virgin Islands Colors
Yellow, green, blue and white represent the rising sun, hills, sea and beaches. Red represents islanders' spirit.
Virgin Islands Music
Virgin Islands Music
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Virgin Islands National Flower
Virgin Islands National Flower
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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
- 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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