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What will students investigate in this topic?
What will students investigate in this topic?
- Theories about the extinction of the moa in New Zealand
- Theories about the cultural achievements of Polynesian societies
- Theories about the exploitation of Easter Island's palm trees
- Theories about the origin and spread of Polynesian settlers throughout the Pacific (correct)
What is one example of how Polynesian societies used environmental resources?
What is one example of how Polynesian societies used environmental resources?
- The use of religious/supernatural threats to conserve resources (correct)
- The cultural achievements of Polynesian societies
- The extinction of the moa in New Zealand
- The exploitation of Easter Island's palm trees
What is the role of the ariki in Maori and Rapa Nui society?
What is the role of the ariki in Maori and Rapa Nui society?
- The role of ariki is related to the cultural achievements of Polynesian societies
- The role of ariki is related to the extinction of the moa in New Zealand
- The role of ariki is related to social and political features in Maori and Rapa Nui society (correct)
- The role of ariki is related to the exploitation of Easter Island's palm trees
What is one example of a cultural achievement of Polynesian societies?
What is one example of a cultural achievement of Polynesian societies?
Where can students find additional videos and interactivities to learn about this topic?
Where can students find additional videos and interactivities to learn about this topic?
Which theory explains the origin and spread of Polynesian settlers throughout the Pacific?
Which theory explains the origin and spread of Polynesian settlers throughout the Pacific?
What is an example of unsustainable use of environmental resources by Polynesian societies?
What is an example of unsustainable use of environmental resources by Polynesian societies?
What are the social, cultural, economic, and political features of Polynesian societies?
What are the social, cultural, economic, and political features of Polynesian societies?
What is the role of the ariki in Maori and Rapa Nui society?
What is the role of the ariki in Maori and Rapa Nui society?
What are some cultural achievements of Polynesian societies?
What are some cultural achievements of Polynesian societies?
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Study Notes
Student Investigations
- Students will explore the interactions between Polynesian societies and their environments.
- Investigations will include the impact of environmental resources on social organization and cultural practices.
Use of Environmental Resources
- Polynesian societies utilized natural resources for navigation, agriculture, and fishing, demonstrating sustainable practices at times.
Role of the Ariki
- The ariki served as a chief or leader in Maori and Rapa Nui societies, holding significant political and spiritual authority.
- They were responsible for governance, ritual practices, and upholding social hierarchies.
Cultural Achievements
- Notable cultural achievements include sophisticated navigation techniques using stars, ocean currents, and wind patterns.
- Artistic expressions such as tattooing (ta moko) and intricate carving in wood and stone.
Additional Learning Resources
- Supplemental educational materials, including videos and interactive activities, are available through online platforms and educational websites focused on Polynesian culture.
Theory of Settlement Origin
- The "Lapita" theory explains the Polynesian settlement, highlighting migration patterns across the Pacific, marked by distinctive pottery and sea navigation.
Unsustainable Resource Use
- An example of unsustainable practices includes deforestation for agriculture, leading to soil degradation and loss of biodiversity.
Features of Polynesian Societies
- Social: Complex chiefdoms and clan systems structured society.
- Cultural: Rich traditions including oral history, music, and dance.
- Economic: Subsistence agriculture and fishing formed the economic backbone.
- Political: Leadership and governance driven by chiefs, with tribe-based social organization.
Cultural Achievements (Reiterated)
- Advanced agricultural techniques such as taro and sweet potato cultivation.
- Maritime technology, including outrigger canoes, facilitating extensive ocean voyages.
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