What forms the background of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?
- The waratah flower
- The kangaroo paw
- The golden wattle ✓
- The Southern Cross
Why this is the answer
Australia's national flower, the golden wattle, is shown behind the shield and the animals.
This question is from: Australia’s symbols
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