DEMOCRACY: National Symbols Flashcards
What is the highest visual symbol of the State?
National Coat of Arms or the State Emblem
What are the important events in your life, that are also endorsed with the on the Coat of Arms? (These documents has the Coat of Arms on it)
Birth Marriage Death School Certificates Passport
What does the Coat of Arms signal on an embassy wall
That it is a home away from home when you travel.
What does the New Coat of Arms symbolise, that was unveiled by Thabo Mbeki 0n 27 April 2010?
It was to highlight the democratic change in SA and a new sense of patriotism.
How old was the previous Coat of Arms of SA?
100, since 1910 - 2010
Take a picture of the COAT OF ARMS and anser the following questions:
Discuss the
MOTTO
THE MOTTO:
written in Khoisan Language
meaning: Diverse People Unite
COAT OF ARMS
Explain the meaning of the
EARS OF WHEAT
EARS OF WHEAT:
Emblem of Fertility
- Symbolises germination, growth and feasible development of any potential
- (verwys na ontkieming, groei en ontwikkeling van potentiaal in mense)*
- Nourishment of People
COAT OF ARMS
Describe -
ELEPHANT TUSKS
ELEPHANT TUSKS:
Elephants represents:
- Strenght
- wisdom
- moderation
- eternity
COAT OF ARMS:
Describe -
THE SHIELD
THE SHIELD
Two functions:
- Display the identity
- And spiritual defence
COAT OF ARMS
Discuss the
HUMAN FIGURES
HUMAN FIGURES:
The figures were taken from the Linton Stone -SA rock Art
The Khoisans figures show our heritage and humanity in general in SA.
The figures are shown in a greeting - symbolise unity
Who were the first inhabitants in SA and maybe the oldest people in the world?
The Khoisans
Where is the Linton Stone kept today, that shows the figures on our Coat of Arms, and is world famous SA Rock Art?
South African Museaun in Cape Town
COAT OF ARMS
Describe the
SPEAR AND KNOBKIERIE
SPEAR & KNOPKIERIE
Two symbos of :
- Defence and Authotiry
- Represent the powerfull legs of Secretary Bird
The Spear and Knobkierie is lying down - symbolising peace
COAT OF ARMS
Discuss the
PROTEA
PROTEA:
Symbol of Beauty of our land
Flowering the potential as a nation
Most popular colours of Africa on protea
Green, gold, red & black
COAT OF ARMS
Desrcribe the symbol of
SECRETARY BIRD
SECRETARY BIRD
Secreatry is shown in flight - shows growth and speed
Powerfull legs (spear and knobkierie) for hunting snakes,
symbolising the protection of the nation against enemies.
COAT OF ARMS
Decuss the
RISING SUN
RISING SUN:
The sun shows brightness, splendour and natures energy.
It symbolises:
- Promise of rebirth
- Knowledge,
- good judgement,
- will power
- Source of life
When did SA get a new Nationa Flag?
After the democratic elections of 27 April 1994
What does the colouring of the new Nationa Flag represent?
It shows important elements of the SA flag history from early days till today.
Who designed the New SA National Flag
Mr Fred Brownell
What does the Chillie RED, WHITE and BLUE on the flag represent?
The history of the flag, the early years
What does the Green, Black and Gold on the flag show?
These colours appeared on SA flag in the 19th century
What does the V, starting at the flag pole, and joining as one line represent?
Different streams in SA society joining together, taking the road ahead in unity (together)
What should we remember when displaying our National Flag?
DISPLAYING THE FLAG:
- When our flag is flown with other flags it should be hoisted 1st and lowered last
- When our flags fly with other country flags it must be same size, hang at same height, our flag on right hand of building or stage
What whould we do to respect our National Flag
The Flag may,
- Not Touch the ground
- Not used as a table cloth or draped against the platform
- Not cover a statue, plaque or at unveilings things
- Not used to start a race, competition or event
What was the first National Anthem also called, except for the “Stem van Suid Africa”?
The call of South Africa
When was the “Die Stem van SA” written and by who?
1918 by CJ Langenhoven
Die Stem van Suid Africa was composed (music) by …
A. ML de Villiers
B. CJ Langenhoven
C. Louis Leipoldt
D. MT Steyn
Rev. ML de Villiers
The first 3 verses of Die Stem were written by …
A. Louis Leipoldt
B. CJ Langenhoven
C. CJ Pienaar
D. ML de Villiers
CJ Langenhoven
What did CJ Langehoven do for a job?
He was an Afrikaans poet
When was Die Stem first sung?
In 1928 during the hoisting of the previous National flag for the first time.
When was the english version of “Die Stem van SA”, now also known as “The Call of SA” accepted
1952
What song was for long time the unofficial anthem of South Africa?
Nkosi Sikelele iAfrika
Who decided that “The Call of SA” and Nkosi Sekelele iAfrika” should be accepted as National Anthem?
National Symbols Commission
The First verse of Nkosi Sikelel iAfrika were probably written in __________ by _________ in 1897
Fill in missing words
Xhosa
by
Enoch Sontonga
The poet _________ later added a further 7 verses to Nkosi Selekel i Afrika
A. Samuel Mqhayi
B. Solomon Plaatjie
C. Lukas Masanga
D. Enoch Sontonga
Samuel Mqhayi
Enoch Sontonga was born in Lovedale in ______
A. Limpopo
B. The Eastern Cape
C. North West
D. Kwazulu Natal
B. Eastern Cape
Enoch Sontonga was a devout _________ with a beautiful voice and often wrote songs which were performed by his students.
Christian
Enoch recorded his hymns in a ____________, but what happened before he could publish them?
School exercise book
He died in 1904
__________, one of SA’s most famous writers recorded Nkosi Sikelek iAfrica for the 1st time on 16 October 1923
A. Lukas Maree
B. Enoch Sontonga
C. Solomon Plaatjie
D. Miley Cirus
C. Solomon Plaatjie
As what did Nkosi Sekelele iAfrika originated first?
As a Hymn
What doe Nkosi Sekelele iAfrika represent?
Joining together of European and African cultures
Symbol of unity
How many languages are in our National Anthem of SA?
5 languages
Name the languages in our national anthem
- Xhosa
- Zulu
- Sesotho
- Afrikaans
- English
