Treaty of Waitangi and Independence

The video discusses the Declaration of Independence signed in 1835 at Waitangi, New Zealand, by 35 rangatira, asserting sovereignty for the United Tribes. It was a response to lawlessness caused by British citizens from Australia. The Declaration aimed to establish sovereign power, form a governing body, and seek protection from the King of England. Despite opposition and claims it was superseded by the Treaty of Waitangi, the Declaration remains relevant as a living document. The Treaty of Waitangi offered sovereignty to the British Royal Family, leading to ongoing disputes over compensation and sovereignty.

What significant event took place at Waitangi on October 28, 1835?

• The signing of the Treaty of Waitangi

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The arrival of British settlers

• The establishment of a penal colony

What was one of the main reasons for forging the Declaration of Independence?

• To establish trade with Australia

• To create a new penal colony

• To address lawlessness caused by British citizens from Australia

• To invite British colonization

Which of the following was NOT an objective of the Declaration of Independence?

• To form a governing body for legislation

• To declare sovereign power for the rangatira

• To request protection from the King of England

• To offer sovereignty to the British Empire

Who was sent by the Royal Navy to draft the Treaty of Waitangi?

• Admiral Horatio Nelson

• Captain James Cook

• Lieutenant William Hobson

• Governor George Grey

Why is the Declaration of Independence still considered relevant today?

• It was the first document to mention New Zealand

• It was signed by more rangatira than the Treaty

• It offers a different set of promises than the Treaty of Waitangi

• It was never officially recognized

What is a key difference between the Treaty of Waitangi and the Declaration of Independence?

• The Treaty offers sovereignty to the British royal family

• The Declaration was written in English

• The Declaration was signed in Australia

• The Treaty was never ratified

What has the New Zealand government attempted to do for present-day iwi?

• Provide full sovereignty

• Offer small settlements as compensation

• Establish new penal colonies

• Grant them British citizenship

How do critics describe the Treaty of Waitangi settlements?

• As a historical necessity

• As a fair compensation

• As a gravy train for a grievance industry

• As a generous offer

What is the equivalent of the total redress offered over 28 years?

• The defense budget for a single year

• The education budget for a decade

• The healthcare budget for five years

• The infrastructure budget for two years

What is the main argument for revisiting the Declaration of Independence?

• It was never officially signed

• The Treaty of Waitangi has failed to be honored

• It offers more land to the iwi

• It was the first document written in Maori