Question

considering common symbols
some symbols become well known in a culture. match the following common symbols with their meanings.

1. a maple leaf
2. uncle sam
3. a dove
4. a red rose
5. a skull and crossbones
6. springtime
7. winter
8. a path
9. a horseshoe
10. a nation’s flag

a. united states
b. national pride
c. poison
d. luck
e. youth
f. life
g. love
h. peace
i. old age
j. canada

Explanation:

1. A maple - leaf is a national symbol of Canada.
2. Uncle Sam is a symbol of the United States.
3. A dove is widely recognized as a symbol of peace.
4. A red rose is commonly associated with love.
5. A skull and crossbones is a symbol of poison.
6. Springtime is often linked to life.
7. Winter can be associated with old age.
8. A path can symbolize life's journey.
9. A horseshoe is considered a symbol of luck.
10. A nation's flag represents national pride.

Answer:

1. j. Canada
2. a. United States
3. h. peace
4. g. love
5. c. poison
6. f. life
7. i. old age
8. (no match in given options, but could symbolize life's journey)
9. d. luck
10. b. national pride