Explore Puerto Rico's National Symbols

What do the colors of the Puerto Rican flag represent?

• The colors represent the history of colonization (brown), the struggle for independence (orange), the agricultural wealth (green), and the cultural diversity (purple).

• The colors represent the blood of warriors (red), peace and victory (white), the sky and coastal waters (blue), and the island (white star).

• The colors signify the tropical climate (yellow), the native flora (green), the ocean (blue), and the unity of the people (white).

• The colors symbolize the sun (yellow), the mountains (green), the rivers (blue), and the people (black).

How many stripes are on the Puerto Rican flag?

• Four

• Five

• Seven

• Three

What is the title of Puerto Rico's national anthem?

• La Isla Bonita

• Puerto Rican Melody

• La Borinqueña

• Borinquen Anthem

Who wrote the music for 'La Borinqueña'?

• Manuel Fernández Juncos

• Juanes

• Ricky Martin

• Luis Fonsi

What does 'La Borinqueña' celebrate?

• Puerto Rican historical events

• Puerto Rican culture and identity

• Puerto Rican sports achievements

• Puerto Rican cuisine and recipes

What animal is featured on the Coat of Arms of Puerto Rico?

• Lion

• Eagle

• Dolphin

• Lamb

What do the two blue stripes on the Puerto Rican flag symbolize?

• The people and the culture.

• The sun and the stars.

• The mountains and the forests.

• The sky and the ocean.

In what year was 'La Borinqueña' officially adopted as the national anthem?

• 1975

• 1952

• 1945

• 1960

What is the main shape of the Coat of Arms of Puerto Rico?

• Circle

• Rectangle

• Triangle

• Shield

What does the lions and castle represent in Puerto Rico's Coat of arms?

• They represent fierce lions of Europe and their homes

• They represent lions are the Tainos and the Castle the European

• They represent the Kingdoms of Leon and Castille

• They represent the Kingdoms of Spain and Kingdoms of Portugal.