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36. Which state has six national flags flying over its capital?
Correct Incorrect Since Texas's 1836 declaration of independence from Mexico, six recognized national flags have flown over the state.The original flag, also referred to as the "Burnet Flag," had a single gold star against a white background. A few days before the Alamo fell, on March 2, 1836, this flag was approved.The second banner was the "National Flag of the Republic of Texas," commonly referred to as the "Lone Star Flag." This flag had red, white, and blue horizontal stripes and a white star against a blue background. It became official on December 10th, 1836.The "Texas Navy Flag," which was authorized on January 25, 1839, was the third flag. The white star on this flag was encircled by an olive and live oak branch wreath.The "Pike Flag," which was authorized on April 15, 1839, was the fourth flag. On a blue background, this flag had a white star with the words "Texas Republic" written around it.The "Jan. 24 Flag," which was adopted on January 24, 1879, was the fifth flag. This flag had the words "Remember the Alamo" written on a white star above a blue background with red, white, and blue horizontal stripes.The "Lone Star Flag," which was authorized on January 25, 1845, is Texas' sixth and current flag. This flag has a single white star in the middle and a blue background.