Introduction : Symbols Flashcards
1
Q
the rose
A
England
2
Q
Scotland
A
The thistle (le chardon)
3
Q
Wales
A
The leek and the Daffodil
4
Q
Northern Ireland
A
The flax flower (fleur de lin)
5
Q
November the fifth
A
Bonfire Night
6
Q
The day after Christmas
A
boxing day
7
Q
Boxing day
A
the day after Christmas = The rich boxed presents for the poor, the servants received Christmas Boxes from their masters.
8
Q
What is the “Anglican Church” ?
A
The church of England
9
Q
Official language ?
A
English
10
Q
Other languages ?
A
Welsh, Scottish Gaelic, Scot and Irish Gaelic
11
Q
What is the only Celtic language that enjoy official status?
A
Welsh