Maui's Challenge with the Sun

The story narrates how Maui tamed the Sun, which used to move quickly across the sky, leaving people with little time for daily tasks. Annoyed by this, Maui decided to catch the Sun. He and his brothers prepared by weaving strong ropes. They journeyed to the Sun's rising place, built walls to hide, and when the Sun appeared, they captured it with the ropes. Maui struck the Sun with his ancestor's jawbone, forcing it to move slowly across the sky. This change allowed people more time for their activities, marking Maui's success in taming the Sun.

What was the main issue caused by the Sun moving quickly across the sky?

• There was not enough time for daily tasks.

• People had too much time for activities.

• It was too hot for people to work.

• The nights were too short.

How did Maui feel about the Sun's speed?

• He was annoyed.

• He was confused.

• He was indifferent.

• He was pleased.

What did Maui propose to do about the Sun?

• He wanted to speed up the Sun.

• He decided to ignore the Sun.

• He planned to catch the Sun and slow it down.

• He wanted to make the Sun disappear.

What was the reaction of Maui's brothers to his plan?

• They mocked him.

• They were scared.

• They ignored him.

• They were supportive.

What did Maui and his brothers use to catch the Sun?

• A magical spell.

• A net made of vines.

• Strong ropes made from flax.

• A large basket.

Where did Maui and his brothers go to catch the Sun?

• To the top of a mountain.

• To a forest.

• To the ocean.

• To the place where the Sun rose.

What did Maui instruct his brothers to do as the Sun rose?

• To run away.

• To hide behind walls and wait for his signal.

• To sing a song.

• To build a fire.

How did Maui manage to slow down the Sun?

• By using a magical potion.

• By hitting it with his ancestor's jawbone.

• By using a mirror.

• By talking to it.

What was the result of Maui's actions on the Sun?

• The Sun moved faster.

• The days became longer.

• The Sun disappeared.

• The nights became longer.

What lesson can be learned from Maui's story?

• Persistence and creativity can solve problems.

• It's impossible to change nature.

• Mocking others is helpful.

• Ignoring problems makes them go away.