Understanding the Māori Calendar

The video tutorial provides an overview of the Māori lunar calendar, focusing on the months from Pipiri to Haki Haratua. It explains the significance of each month and concludes with a discussion on Matariki, the Māori New Year.

Which month marks the beginning of the Māori calendar?

• Te Rua o Takurua

• Te Tahi o Pipiri

• Te Whā o Mahuru

• Te Iwa o Rūhī

What is the significance of 'Te ngahuru o Poutūterangi' in the Māori calendar?

• It is a month of rest.

• It is the month of celebrations.

• It marks the start of the harvest season.

• It signifies the end of the year.

Which month follows 'Te ngahuru-mā-tahi o Paengawhāwhā'?

• Te ngahuru-mā-rua o Haki Haratua

• Te Tahi o Pipiri

• Te Rua o Takurua

• Te Whitu o Hakihea

What is the cultural significance of 'Te tau toru nui o Matariki e'?

• It marks the beginning of a new year.

• It is a time for planting.

• It signifies the end of winter.

• It is a month of fasting.

Which month is repeated in the Māori calendar?

• Te Tahi o Pipiri

• Te Iwa o Rūhī

• Te Waru o Rehua

• Te Whā o Mahuru