Maori Culture

When did the Māori people first arrive in New Zealand according to archaeologists?

• 14th Century

• 16th Century

• 17th Century

• 18th Century

What was the name Abel Tasman gave to New Zealand?

• New Holland

• New Zealand

• Nieuw Zeeland

• New Wales

What was the name of the flightless bird that the Māori people used to eat, which later became extinct?

• Kiwi

• Moa

• Kakapo

• Takahe

Who is the "Ariki" in the Maori tribe?

(a)  

What is the haka in Māori culture?

• A type of traditional tattoo

• A unique dance that celebrates life

• A historical battle technique

• A musical instrument

Who traditionally performs the haka before their games?

• The Australian cricket team

• The American football team

• The New Zealand rugby team

• The English soccer team

When was the haka composed and by whom?

• In the 1820s by Te Rauparaha

• In the 1900s by Te Whiti

• In the 1700s by Hone Heke

• In the 1950s by Apirana Ngata

What percentage of New Zealand sports players are believed to have ancestors of Māori descent?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

Only men get the traditional ta moko tattoos.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT used to catch fish?

• a net

• a pot

• a spear

• a bow & arrow