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WorksheetsMatariki
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 5mins
How is Matariki celebrated?
we give gifts
we reflect on the past year
we eat chocolate
we predict what will happen next year
What is the Greek name for the Matariki stars?
(a)
How is Matariki related to the sun?
the sun's mother
the sun's father
the sun's sister
the sun's cousin
What is the Maori word for star?
whatu
whetu
tahi
waru
How many daughters does Matariki have?
7
5
6
8
What other names are there for Matariki?
Seven Sisters
Makali'i
Subaru
Runanga
Maori legend says Matariki are
the torn out eyes of Tawhirimatea
the torn out eyes of Tawaahirua
the torn out eyes of Tawhirirangi
the torn out eyes of Ranginui
Is Matariki a star cluster or constellation?
star cluster
constellation
At what time is it best to see Matariki?
last thing at night
just before dawn
after 8 pm
only on dark nights
What is the literal meaning of Matariki?
sparkling night
star cluster
eyes of God
What does it predict if the stars are brightest?
a good summer
the harvest will be good
bad winter
What is Matariki a time for?
celebrating birthdays
renewal and celebration
keeping warm
having fun
What was used by the crews of voyaging waka to guide them across the Pacific?
sextant
constellations
telescope
Matariki
If you live on the west coast what would you celebrate? Matariki or Puanga
Matariki
Puanga
What does the star Waiti represent?
rivers
lakes
wetlands
springs
oceans
