The Rarity of Purple in Flags

Why is the color purple rarely seen on national flags?

• It was not visible from a distance.

• It was associated with defeat.

• It was too expensive to produce.

• It was considered unlucky.

During which period did flags become significant symbols of nations in Europe?

• The Medieval Period

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Renaissance

• The Enlightenment

What was a major reason European states did not use purple in their flags historically?

• It was associated with the common people.

• It was banned by the church.

• It was difficult to see at night.

• It was extremely expensive.

When was a synthetic purple dye first created, making the color more accessible?

• 1750s

• 1850s

• 1950s

• 1650s

Which country adopted a flag with a purple stripe after overthrowing its monarchy in 1931?

• Italy

• Spain

• France

• Portugal