Aotearoa History show Episode 4

What is the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi in New Zealand's history?

• C. It led to the colonisation of New Zealand by the British

• D. It was signed in the early 1800s

• B. It intended to establish a spirit of partnership and equality

• A. It was a peace treaty between Maori and Pakeha

Who was James Busby and what role did he play in New Zealand's history?

• A. A Maori chief who led the United Tribes.

• B. A British naval officer who helped write the treaty.

• D. A missionary who opposed colonisation.

• C. A French explorer who claimed New Zealand for France.

What was Edward Gibbon Wakefield's plan for colonisation in New Zealand?

• A. To establish a utopia for British workers.

• C. To promote trade with European nations.

• B. To protect Māori rights and sovereignty.

• D. To create a French colony in New Zealand.

What was the main concern raised by missionaries regarding Wakefield's colonisation scheme?

• B. It would result in a loss of British sovereignty.

• A. It would lead to the extermination of Māori.

• D. It would create social tensions in England.

• C. It would disrupt trade relations with France.

Why did the British authorities decide to negotiate the Treaty of Waitangi with Maori in 1840?

• A. To establish a French colony in New Zealand.

• B. To prevent Māori from trading with other European nations.

• C. To gain control over New Zealand and ensure orderly colonisation.

• D. To support Māori independence and sovereignty.

What was the role of William Hobson in the negotiation of the Treaty of Waitangi?

• C. He was a French explorer who claimed New Zealand for France.

• B. He was a British naval officer tasked with writing he treaty.

• A. He was a Māori chief who opposed the treaty.

• D. He was a missionary advocating for Māori rights.

How did Māori chiefs express their concerns during the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi?

• C. By welcoming British colonisation efforts.

• D. By demanding immediate British intervention.

• A. By refusing to attend the signing ceremony.

• B. By questioning the fairness of trades and transactions.

What was the main issue with the Treaty of Waitangi discussed in the first section?

• Lack of signatures from key leaders

• Discrepancies between the Māori and English versions

• Issues with land deals

• Annexation of the South Island

What was the main concern regarding the Māori and English versions of the Treaty of Waitangi?

• Conflict over resources

• Annexation of land

• Lack of signatures

• Differences in promised authority

Why was the mistranslation of the Treaty of Waitangi considered problematic?

• It was a rushed translation

• It led to confusion about sovereignty

• It was intentional by the British

• It favoured the Māori chiefs