Flags are thought of by most these days as simple visual representations of countries. They are either this color or that, considered pretty or not. But a flag has more functions than just looking pretty. Beyond the tradition of marking out territories with our flag, most flags carry books of meaning, even the simplest of them. Every color and item may have meaning to its creators. How well do you know the flags of the world? Show us with this challenging flag test!
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True or False: The red circle on the flag of Bangladesh was purposefuly put there out of center.
When creating the flag of Bangladesh, they chose to put the circle slightly to the left because, as you raise it, it causes the illusion that it is actually in the center.
True
False
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Choose the correct Australian Flag:
The British flag on the Australian one symbolizes the historic link between the continent and the country. The 7-sided star under the British flag symbolizes the states of Australia and its independent Federal zones. The stars on the side are the group of stars above the skies of the Australian continent.
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True or false: The flag of North Korea has a tiny image of its first president - Kim Il-sung when held before the sun
False
True
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Choose the country flag marked with the wrong country:
The flag next to Greenland actually belongs to Iceland.
Norway
Sweden
Greenland
Finland
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What is drawn on the Albanian Flag?
This flag was famously raised by a national hero named Skanderberg during the 15th century above his father's castle, saying: "I did not bring you libery, but found it here, among you,"
A dragon with one head and 4 legs
A bird with 2 heads and 3 legs
A bird with 2 heads and 2 legs
A griffin with one head and 4 legs
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True or False? The Egyptian flag carries the words: "The Arabic Republic of Egypt."
True
False
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Choose the correct flag of Kazakhstan
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True or False: The flag of Moldova has a bull on it?
The bull is small and easy to miss, but it is there to symbolize power, independence and pride.
True
False
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On Sri Lanka's flag, what is hte lion holding?
The lion on the flag is holding a sword as a sign of power
A Sword
Ice Cream
An Arrow
A Branch With Leaves
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What appears at the center of the flag of Yemen?
A Bird
A Sun
A Triangle
Nothing
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Choose the correct flag for the Seychells:
From right to left, the colors of this flag symbolize blue skies, yellow sunshine, the persistence of the people is in red, harmony and social justice in white and nature in green.
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True or False: The flag of Ethiopia has a star of david in its middle.
At the center of the Ethiopian flag is a five sided star from which 5 beams come out. The purpose of this symbol is to remind the people of the country they are all equal.
False
True
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What does it say along the blue ball at the center of the Brazilian flag?
For a period of time, the stars on the Syrian flag were replaced with the symbol of a hawk, today used as a symbol on the Egyptian flag.
Two
Three
One
Four
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True or false: Slovenia and Slovakia have the exact same colors on their flags.
Notice that the upper right corner of the Slovenian flag has a few yellow stars
True
False
You need a refresher on some of these!
Like most of us, you probably know which flag goes with which country, but see the flags as a whole rather than an... READ MORELike most of us, you probably know which flag goes with which country, but see the flags as a whole rather than an amaglamation of items, each symbolizing something unique. How about trying again? You may find yourself luckier. If not, have a look at your mistakes below and read our corrections!
You managed to answer most of these correctly! That shows us, and yourself, that you certainly notice the items... READ MOREYou managed to answer most of these correctly! That shows us, and yourself, that you certainly notice the items appearing on each flag. You may have missed a few, but you have impressed us with your great memory and knowledge. Have a look at those you got wrong and add to your extensive knowledge.
It seems like you know almost each and every flag in the world. Your knowledge is astounding, and you have definitely... READ MOREIt seems like you know almost each and every flag in the world. Your knowledge is astounding, and you have definitely examined each flag you've seen and comprehended the symbolism on it. You must have a vast geographical knowledge, not only of flags but also various cultures and populations. All there is now to do is share this impressive test score with your friends!
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