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Who was Abel Tasman?
What was the name given to the anticipated large land mass in the southern hemisphere?
Where did Abel Tasman set sail from on his expedition?
Which island did Abel Tasman eventually reach on his expedition?
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How did Abel Tasman's first encounter with the local Māori people go?
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Study Notes
Abel Tasman
- A Dutch explorer and navigator known for being the first European to reach New Zealand and the first known European to see the islands of Tonga and Fiji.
- His voyages in the 17th century contributed to European knowledge of the Pacific region.
Anticipated Large Land Mass
- The large land mass in the southern hemisphere was referred to as "Terra Australis Incognita," which means "unknown southern land."
- This mythical land was hypothesized to exist to balance the northern continents.
Departure Point
- Abel Tasman set sail from Batavia, now known as Jakarta, Indonesia.
- His expedition began in 1642, aiming to explore and map the southern seas in search of new territories.
Destination Reached
- On his expedition, Tasman eventually reached the islands of New Zealand in December 1642.
- He named the places he discovered, including the region now known as Golden Bay.
Encounter with Māori
- Tasman's first encounter with the Māori people was hostile and resulted in conflict.
- The interaction involved a skirmish, leading Tasman to conclude that relations with the local tribes would be complex and challenging.
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Exploring the Unknown: Test Your Knowledge of Abel Tasman's Southern Hemisphere Expedition
