Coat of arms of Cyprus

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/coat-of-arms-of-cyprus

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the official designation?National emblem of the Republic of Cyprus
2. What is the primary symbols?White dove (peace) and golden olive branch (hope)
3. What is the shield of Cyprus?The shield is a special picture that shows a white dove, a golden olive branch, and a copper-colored amphora. It is part of Cyprus’s coat of arms and represents the country’s values and history.
4. Why does the shield have a white dove?The dove is a universal symbol of peace and purity. It shows Cyprus’s hope for harmony and goodwill.

Heraldry: The art and practice of designing, displaying, and recording coats of arms and other heraldic achievements.
Amphora: An ancient ceramic vessel, typically with two handles and a narrow neck, used for storing and transporting liquids or grains.
Etymology: The study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history.