English 1.04 Royal Coat of Arms of King James I – Flashcards
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What does the lion represent? Why would the rulers of England include so many of them on the Coat of Arms?
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The lion represents the strength and bravery and valor of England. There are three golden lions and they symbolize the three parts of England, Aquitaine and Norway that was occupied
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What does the fleur-de-lis represent? Why is it featured on the Coat of Arms of British rulers?
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The fleur-de-lis represents purity and light and it is the badge of France. It is also featured on the Coat of Arms to show loyalty to the alliance between England and France.
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Why is the Irish harp featured on the Coat of Arms?
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The harp is shown on the Coat of Arms to symbolize Ireland's place in the United Kingdom
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What does the unicorn represent? Why would the rulers of England choose a unicorn to support their shield?
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The unicorn is a Scottish symbol that represents extreme courage, virtue and strength. It was used to show that Scotland had been conquered by England.
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5. Why does the unicorn have a chain around its neck?
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The chain around the unicorn's neck is to represent that the rulers of England has Scotland under their control.
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The Coat of Arms includes two phrases, "Blessed are the peacemakers" and "Shame to him who evil thinks." Choose one of these phrases and explain why a ruler might want it included in a coat of arms
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The phrase Blessed are the peacemakers mean that people who strive to make peace instead of war or fight others will be blessed. The phrase that says Shame to him who evil thinks means that you should feel guilty for thinking bad of others.
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Research one of the colors featured in the Coat of Arms. Based on what the color represents, explain why it would be used in a royal coat of arms.
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The color blue is in the Coat of Arms because it represents loyalty and England wants to show others that they are loyal people.
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