Heraldry and Coat of Arms
Explore the history and symbolism of heraldry and coat of arms in this Grade 9 social studies worksheet.
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Heraldry and Coat of Arms
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. What is the primary purpose of a coat of arms in medieval times?
To show a family's wealth
To identify knights in battle
To decorate castles
To indicate land ownership
2. Which of the following is NOT a common element found on a coat of arms?
Motto
Shield
Company logo
Crest
3. The study of coats of arms and their proper use is known as .
4. A is a device or symbol on a shield, used to identify a person, family, or institution.
5. Only royalty or nobility were allowed to have a coat of arms.
True
False
6. The colors and symbols on a coat of arms often carry specific meanings.
True
False
7. Briefly explain how heraldry evolved during the medieval period.
8. Describe one significant difference between a crest and a motto on a coat of arms.
Match each heraldic term on the left with its definition on the right.
9. Blazon
a. A specific design on a shield
10. Field
b. The main background color or pattern of a shield
11. Charge
c. The formal description of a coat of arms
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
12. The main shield in a coat of arms is also known as the .
13. The colors and metals used in heraldry are called .
14. Simple geometric shapes on a shield, such as a bend or a fess, are known as .