THE QUEEN WITH MAORIS

The transcript covers a series of events starting with Hartwig Netz giving America the lead in a competition, although Australia ultimately wins. It then shifts to Waitangi, where the Māori ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria in 1840. A Māori chief presents a traditional challenge to a royal visitor, symbolized by a stick representing the sea god. The royal party is then treated to a captivating song and dance performance by 200 Māori people.

Who ultimately won the cup in the sporting event mentioned?

• America

• Australia

• New Zealand

• England

What significant event took place at Waitangi in 1840?

• A battle was fought

• Māori ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria

• A peace treaty was signed

• A new government was formed

What was laid at the feet of Her Majesty as part of the traditional challenge?

• A crown

• A stick representing the sea god

• A flag

• A sword

How many Māori people participated in the song and dance greeting?

• 100

• 150

• 200

• 250

What was the royal party's reaction to the Māori performance?

• They joined in the dance

• They left early

• They found it fascinating

• They were unimpressed