Union Jack
What three crosses make up the Union Jack?
St. George, St. Andrew, St. Patrick
What elements are featured on the New Zealand flag design from 1902?
Union Jack, Southern Cross stars
How many stars and stripes were on the early version of the US flag?
13 stars and stripes
What does the eagle on the Mexican flag represent?
Represents Mexica founding legend.
What is the famous pirate flag called?
Jolly Roger
Which country's flag is commonly known as the Union Jack?
United Kingdom's flag
Why did New Zealand feature the Southern Cross on its flag?
Emphasize location in the Southern Pacific Ocean
What do the 50 stars on the current US flag represent?
Represent 50 states
What is the legend associated with the eagle on the Mexican flag?
Signal for settling according to the legend
What symbols are typically found on pirate flags?
Skulls, crossbones, swords
Why is the Welsh flag not included in the Union Jack?
Wales was already united with England
In what year was a new flag design competition held in New Zealand?
2016
Which event led to the creation of the US flag with 13 stars and stripes?
Independence from Great Britain.
Which city did the Mexica people establish inspired by the eagle sighting?
Tenochtitlan – Теночтитла́н
What does the Jolly Roger flag signify when flown?
Jolly Roger signifies no mercy.
In which year was the Union Jack created?
Created in 1801
Describe the winning flag design in the New Zealand flag competition.
Black, silver, blue with a fern leaf.
Describe the significance of the stars and stripes on the US flag.
Colonies' independence and states' unity
Name the symbols on the Mexican flag.
Eagle, cactus, snake
Explain the possible origin of the term 'Jolly Roger.'
'Jolly Roger' origin: 'joli rouge |ruːʒ| ' or 'pretty red.'
Describe the design of the Union Jack flag.
Crosses of three saints, red, white, and blue.
How does the current New Zealand flag differ from the original design?
Current flag lacks fern leaf. Current flag differs by retaining Union Jack.
How has the US flag evolved over time?
Added stars from 13 to 50 stars over time.
How has the Mexican flag changed over time?
Minor changes over time.
Why did seeing the Jolly Roger mean danger?
Seeing it meant pirates would take no prisoners!