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New Zealand Flashcards

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What year did the first known Māori arrive in New Zealand?

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Around 1250-1300 AD.

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True or False: The Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840.

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True.

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Who are the indigenous people of New Zealand?

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Māori.

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Fill in the blank: The first European to sight New Zealand was __________.

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Abel Tasman.

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Which event marked the beginning of significant European settlement in New Zealand?

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The signing of the Treaty of Waitangi.

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What was the primary purpose of the Treaty of Waitangi?

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To establish a legal framework for British sovereignty over New Zealand.

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Who was the first Governor of New Zealand?

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Captain William Hobson.

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Multiple choice: Which war took place between 1845 and 1872?

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The New Zealand Wars.

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What year did New Zealand become a dominion of the British Empire?

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1907.

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True or False: New Zealand was the first country to grant women the right to vote.

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True.

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What significant event occurred in New Zealand in 1914?

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New Zealand entered World War I.

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Fill in the blank: The Māori population declined significantly due to __________ and introduced diseases.

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European contact.

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What was the significance of the Māori King Movement?

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It aimed to unify Māori tribes and strengthen Māori leadership.

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Who was the first Māori member of Parliament?

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Māori MP was elected in 1868, his name was Frederick Nene Reid.

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Multiple choice: What year did New Zealand gain full independence from Britain?

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1947.

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What was the primary cause of the New Zealand Wars?

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Land disputes between the Māori and European settlers.

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True or False: The Land Wars were solely fought between Māori and British forces.

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False.

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What was the impact of the New Zealand Company?

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It facilitated large-scale European settlement in New Zealand.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ Act of 1893 granted women the right to vote in New Zealand.

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Electoral.

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Who was the Prime Minister during the first Labour government in New Zealand?

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Michael Joseph Savage.

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What year did the first Māori Battalion fight in World War II?

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1940.

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True or False: The Waitangi Tribunal was established to address historical grievances of Māori.

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True.

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What significant political change occurred in New Zealand in 1993?

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Introduction of the MMP electoral system.

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Multiple choice: Which landmark event took place in New Zealand in 1981?

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The Springbok Tour protests.

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What is the Māori term for the concept of land and belonging?

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Whenua.

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True or False: New Zealand has a bicultural policy recognizing both Māori and Pākehā (European) cultures.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a significant cultural festival celebrated by Māori.

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Matariki.

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What is the significance of the 28th Māori Battalion?

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It was a distinguished unit of Māori soldiers during World War II.

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Who was the first female Prime Minister of New Zealand?

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Jenny Shipley.

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What year did New Zealand abolish the death penalty?

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1961.

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True or False: The Māori language is an official language of New Zealand.

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True.

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What is the main purpose of the Treaty of Waitangi Act 1975?

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To establish the Waitangi Tribunal.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a national museum in New Zealand that focuses on Māori culture.

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Te Papa.

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What was the impact of the 1918 influenza pandemic in New Zealand?

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It caused a high mortality rate among Māori.

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Multiple choice: Which year did New Zealand adopt its current flag?

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1902.

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What is the significance of the term ‘Pākehā’?

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It refers to New Zealanders of European descent.

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True or False: New Zealand was part of the ANZUS treaty formed in 1951.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a major environmental movement that began in the 1970s in New Zealand.

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Green movement.

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39
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Who was the first Māori woman elected to Parliament?

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Dame Joan Metge.

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40
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What year did New Zealand become a republic?

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New Zealand is not a republic; it remains a constitutional monarchy.

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Multiple choice: Which resource was central to the Māori economy before European contact?

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Fishing.

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True or False: The Māori were primarily agricultural before European contact.

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False.

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What was the primary reason for the establishment of the New Zealand Land Wars?

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Disputes over land ownership and sovereignty.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ was a key piece of legislation that addressed Māori land rights in the 1970s.

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Treaty of Waitangi Act.

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Who was the first Governor-General of New Zealand after it became a dominion?

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Lord Islington.

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What year did New Zealand pass the Marriage Amendment Act allowing same-sex marriage?

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2013.

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Multiple choice: Which event is commemorated on ANZAC Day?

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The Gallipoli campaign.

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What was the impact of the 1984-1990 economic reforms in New Zealand?

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It transformed New Zealand into a more market-oriented economy.

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True or False: The Māori culture has significantly influenced New Zealand’s national identity.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a traditional Māori meeting house.

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Wharenui.

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What was the main focus of the Māori renaissance in the late 20th century?

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Revitalization of Māori culture and language.

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52
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Who wrote the Māori version of the Treaty of Waitangi?

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Henry Williams.

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53
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What is the significance of the term ‘Tino Rangatiratanga’?

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It refers to Māori self-determination and sovereignty.

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Multiple choice: Which treaty was signed in 1840?

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Treaty of Waitangi.

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55
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True or False: The Māori population is currently growing in New Zealand.

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True.

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56
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the Māori word for New Zealand.

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Aotearoa.

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What key legislation was passed in 1975 to address Māori grievances?

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The Treaty of Waitangi Act.

58
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Who was the first Māori woman to become a member of the New Zealand Parliament?

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Dame Joan Metge.

59
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What year did the New Zealand Wars begin?

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1845.

60
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a major city in New Zealand?

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Auckland.

61
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True or False: New Zealand has a unicameral parliament.

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True.

62
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the highest court in New Zealand.

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Supreme Court.

63
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What was a major outcome of the Treaty of Waitangi?

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Establishment of British law in New Zealand.

64
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Who was the first Māori king?

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King Potatau Te Wherowhero.

65
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What event is celebrated on Waitangi Day?

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The signing of the Treaty of Waitangi.

66
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Multiple choice: In what year did New Zealand sign the Treaty of Waitangi?

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1840.

67
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True or False: The Māori language is taught in New Zealand schools.

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True.

68
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a Māori cultural performance that includes singing and dancing.

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Haka.

69
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What is the significance of the Māori Land Court?

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It adjudicates land claims and disputes involving Māori land.

70
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Who is considered the father of New Zealand’s modern conservation movement?

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Sir David Attenborough.

71
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What major environmental concern did New Zealand face in the late 20th century?

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Biodiversity loss.

72
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Multiple choice: What is the capital city of New Zealand?

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Wellington.

73
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What year did New Zealand participate in the first Rugby World Cup?

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1987.

74
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True or False: New Zealand has a parliamentary monarchy.

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True.

75
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a significant annual event celebrating Māori culture.

A

Te Matatini.

76
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What was a primary effect of colonization on the Māori population?

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Loss of land and resources.

77
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Who was the first female governor-general of New Zealand?

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Dame Catherine Tizard.

78
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What year did New Zealand become a member of the United Nations?

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1945.

79
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a traditional Māori food?

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Hangi.

80
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True or False: The Māori have a unique system of governance called iwi.

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True.

81
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a traditional Māori tattoo art form.

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Ta moko.

82
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What was the primary role of the Māori in World War I?

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To serve in combat roles within the New Zealand Expeditionary Force.

83
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Who wrote ‘The Māori Renaissance’?

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Professor Ranginui Walker.

84
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What year did the Māori Language Act come into effect?

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1987.

85
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Multiple choice: What is a popular sport in New Zealand?

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Rugby.

86
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True or False: All Māori are descendants of the original settlers of New Zealand.

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True.

87
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a Māori term for community or tribe.

A

Iwi.

88
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What is the significance of the Māori Land March in 1975?

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It raised awareness of Māori land rights.

89
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Who was the first Māori woman to win a seat in Parliament?

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Whetu Tirikatene-Sullivan.

90
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What year did New Zealand’s first women’s suffrage movement take place?

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1893.

91
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Who are the indigenous people of New Zealand?

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Māori

92
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What is the Māori name for New Zealand?

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Aotearoa (Land of the Long White Cloud)

93
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Around what year did the first Polynesian settlers arrive in New Zealand?

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Around 1200–1300 AD

94
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What are traditional Māori carved meeting houses called?

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Wharenui

95
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What is the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi?

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It is the founding document signed in 1840 between the British Crown and Māori chiefs

96
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What are the traditional Māori war dances called?

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Haka

97
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What is a waka in Māori culture?

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A traditional canoe

98
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What is the Māori term for tribal groups?

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Iwi

99
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What is the name of the sacred mountain in Māori mythology?

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Mount Taranaki (also known as Mount Egmont)

100
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What is a pounamu, and why is it significant?

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Greenstone, a precious material used in Māori tools, weapons, and jewelry

101
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Who was the first European to sight New Zealand in 1642?

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Abel Tasman

102
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Which European explorer mapped the coastline of New Zealand in 1769?

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Captain James Cook

103
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What is the name of the strait separating the North and South Islands of New Zealand?

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Cook Strait

104
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What year did Captain Cook first land in New Zealand?

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1769

105
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What was the name of Abel Tasman’s ship?

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Heemskerck

106
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What was the main reason European settlers came to New Zealand in the 19th century?

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To trade, farm, and establish settlements

107
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What were European settlers in New Zealand often referred to as?

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Pākehā

108
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What resource were early European whalers and sealers in New Zealand primarily seeking?

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Whale oil and sealskins

109
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What is the name of New Zealand’s oldest European settlement?

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Kerikeri (established in 1814)

110
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What were musket wars, and when did they occur?

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A series of intertribal conflicts between Māori from 1807 to 1842, fueled by access to muskets

111
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In what year was the Treaty of Waitangi signed?

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1840

112
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Who was the British official who oversaw the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi?

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William Hobson

113
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Where was the Treaty of Waitangi first signed?

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Waitangi, Bay of Islands

114
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What led to the New Zealand Wars between 1845 and 1872?

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Conflicts over land ownership and sovereignty between Māori and British settlers

115
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What year did New Zealand become a British colony?

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1841

116
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What was the first capital of New Zealand?

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Russell (then called Kororāreka)

117
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When did New Zealand become a dominion, signaling self-governance?

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1907

118
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What significant event occurred in Parihaka in 1881?

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A peaceful Māori protest was violently suppressed by government forces

119
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Who was Dame Whina Cooper, and what is she known for?

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A Māori leader and activist who led the 1975 Māori Land March

120
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What is the Waitangi Tribunal, and when was it established?

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A body to address Māori grievances under the Treaty of Waitangi, established in 1975

121
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When did New Zealand grant women the right to vote?

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1893

122
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Who was the leader of the suffrage movement in New Zealand?

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Kate Sheppard

123
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What year did New Zealand become fully independent from Britain?

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1947

124
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What was the name of the policy that sought to assimilate Māori into European culture?

A

Assimilation policy

125
Q

What was the Gallipoli Campaign, and why is it significant to New Zealand?

A

A World War I campaign where many ANZAC soldiers died, shaping national identity

126
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What does ANZAC stand for?

A

Australian and New Zealand Army Corps

127
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What year was New Zealand’s national flag adopted?

A

1902

128
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When was the Māori Language Act passed, making Māori an official language?

A

1987

129
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What year did New Zealand declare itself nuclear-free?

A

1984

130
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Who was the first woman to become Prime Minister of New Zealand?

A

Jenny Shipley, in 1997

131
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What is New Zealand’s highest mountain?

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Aoraki / Mount Cook

132
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What is the Māori name for the North Island?

A

Te Ika-a-Māui

133
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What is the Māori name for the South Island?

A

Te Waipounamu

134
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What is the name of the indigenous festival celebrated in June to mark the Māori New Year?

A

Matariki

135
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Which New Zealand city is known as the “Art Deco Capital”?

A

Napier

136
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What year was New Zealand’s iconic rugby team, the All Blacks, established?

A

1905

137
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What is the name of the New Zealand native bird that is flightless and nocturnal?

A

Kiwi

138
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What is the name of the treaty house at Waitangi?

A

Waitangi Treaty House

139
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What famous movie trilogy was filmed extensively in New Zealand?

A

The Lord of the Rings

140
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Who is Jacinda Ardern, and why is she significant?

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New Zealand’s Prime Minister from 2017 to 2023, known for her leadership during crises like the Christchurch attacks and COVID-19 pandemic

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