Crash Course World Mythology #31

What is Ma'ui known for in Oceania mythology?

• Creating the first map of the Pacific Islands

• Inventing the wheel

• Being a trickster and adventurer

• Discovering electricity

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How did Ma'ui manage to raise the sky according to the myth?

• By singing to the sky

• With the help of a magical drink

• Using a giant ladder

• By convincing the sky gods

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What did Ma'ui use as bait to fish for New Zealand?

• A piece of cloud

• A magical fish hook

• One of his mother's sacred Alae birds

• A star from the sky

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Why did Ma'ui want to slow down the sun?

• To make the days longer for work

• To navigate the oceans better

• To impress his mother

• To create the seasons

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How did Ma'ui win fire for humanity?

• By capturing the sun

• Through a battle with a fire god

• By tricking the Ailee birds

• Stealing it from the underworld

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What was the outcome of Ma'ui's attempt to achieve immortality for humanity?

• He succeeded and everyone became immortal

• He was defeated by a goddess

• He changed his mind

• He was turned into a constellation

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What lesson might be learned from Ma'ui's failure to achieve immortality?

• Persistence always pays off

• Heroes never fail

• Immortality is not meant for humans

• Magic is more powerful than gods

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What does Ma'ui's diverse set of deeds suggest about his character?

• He was a skilled craftsman

• He was versatile and multifaceted

• He was primarily a warrior

• He was a peaceful diplomat

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How does mythology differ from literature or fiction, according to the video?

• Mythological heroes are constructed by entire cultures

• Mythology is not passed down through generations

• Mythology focuses only on historical facts

• Mythology is created by a single author

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What is the significance of Ma'ui's deeds in Oceania culture?

• They explain natural phenomena and cultural practices

• They are purely entertainment

• They are recent inventions for tourists

• They were written to scare children

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