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Name That Symbol

Prairie Crocus
Question 1

Which province has the prairie crocus as its floral emblem?

  • Alberta
  • Manitoba
  • Saskatchewan

Answer

The prairie crocus is the floral emblem of Manitoba.

Did you know?

In 1906, children in Manitoba voted and chose the prairie crocus as their provincial floral emblem.

Prairie Crocus
Thunderbird
Question 2

The thunderbird is a symbol of power and privilege, true or false?

  • True
  • False

Answer

The thunderbird is a mythical creature and represents power.

Did you know?

Only the most prestigious of chiefs may have this as their family crest.

Thunderbird
Large bells
Question 3

What is the name of this musical instrument?

  • Carillon
  • Chimes
  • Organ
  • Piano

Answer

The carillon the name of the musical instrument in the Peace Tower.

Did you know?

This musical instrument is made of 53 bells and weighs 66 tonnes.

Carillon
Lion
Question 4

Which country has a single lion as its symbol?

  • Ireland
  • England
  • Scotland
  • Wales

Answer

The lion is a symbol for Scotland.

Did you know?

Nova Scotia’s name means “new Scotland” and the province has a single lion on its flag.

Lion
Grotesque
Question 5

What is the difference between a gargoyle and a grotesque?

  • Grotesques are purely decorative.
  • Gargoyles are bigger.
  • Grotesques are carved out of wood.
  • There is no difference.

Answer

The difference between grotesques and gargoyles is that gargoyles are waterspouts while grotesques are purely decorative.

Did you know?

There are no gargoyles at Parliament – only grotesques.

Grotesque

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