Symbols of Kings: Establishing Context Worksheet
Investigation Questions: 1. What does the lion represent? Why would the rulers of England include so many of them on the Coat of Arms?
England
2. What does the fleur-de-lis represent? Why is it featured on the Coat of Arms of British rulers?
The fleur-de-lis represents France. It is featured because the British had an alliance with the French.
3. Why is the Irish harp featured on the Coat of Arms?
It shows that James was also was the ruler of Ireland.
4. What does the unicorn represent? Why would the rulers of England choose a unicorn to support their shield?
The unicorn and lion represent Scotland and England.
5. Why does the unicorn have a chain around its neck?
It represents the UK
6. The Coat of Arms includes two phrases, “Blessed are the peacemakers” and “Shame to him who evil thinks.” Choose one of these phrases and explain why a ruler might want it included in a coat of arms.
“Blessed are the peacemakers”- A ruler would include this in a coat of arms because it says, those that want nothing but peace will be blessed. Which also means they won’t start problems.
7. Research one of the colors featured in the Coat of Arms. Based on what the color represents, explain why it would be used in a royal coat of arms.
Gold- generosity and elevation of the mind; Every ruler needs to be generous and an elevated state of mind.

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