New Zealand Identity and Culture

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What is a significant aspect of the Maori culture mentioned?

  • Traditional music festivals
  • Ta moko, Maori tattoos (correct)
  • Canoe racing
  • Stone carving

Which sport is considered the most famous in New Zealand?

  • Rugby (correct)
  • Kayaking
  • Cricket
  • Surfing

What is true about the school year in New Zealand?

  • Students can drop out at 15
  • It starts in June and ends in May
  • There are five school terms
  • It runs from January or February to December (correct)

How has the Maori culture influenced New Zealand's identity?

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Which geographical feature is highlighted as significant in New Zealand?

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What is the minimum age for New Zealanders to start school?

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Which statement is accurate regarding the geographical features of New Zealand?

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Which of the following sports does NOT typically represent New Zealand's sports culture?

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What is unique about the Ta moko art form in Maori culture?

<p>It involves a complicated design applied through tapping a needle into the skin. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the school year typically begin in New Zealand?

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Flashcards

Maori arrival

The first people to settle in New Zealand arrived from Eastern Polynesia approximately 1,000 years ago.

Maori culture

The customs and traditions of the Māori people, a significant part of New Zealand's identity.

New Zealand landscape

New Zealand has diverse landscapes including high mountains, over 3,800 lakes, and active volcanoes.

Lake Taupo

The largest lake in New Zealand, located in a volcanic crater.

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New Zealand forests

More than 30% of New Zealand's land is covered in forests.

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New Zealand sports

New Zealanders are passionate about sports, especially rugby (All Blacks), cricket, and water sports.

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Maori haka

A Maori challenge dance, particularly famous in rugby.

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Ta moko

Intricate Maori tattoos, often on faces, lips, and chins.

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NZ school age

New Zealanders attend school from age six until sixteen.

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NZ school year

The school year runs from January/February to mid-December.

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NZ school terms

The year is divided into four terms with two-week breaks between them.

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NZ school day

The school day runs from nine am to three pm.

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Maori arrival

First people to New Zealand, ~1000 years ago from Eastern Polynesia

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New Zealand landscape

High mountains, many lakes, volcanoes

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Lake Taupo

Largest NZ lake, in a volcano crater

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New Zealand forests

Over 30% of NZ is forest

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New Zealand sports

Rugby (All Blacks), cricket, water sports popular

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Maori haka

Maori challenge dance, rugby tradition

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Ta moko

Intricate Maori tattoos

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NZ school age

School from age six to sixteen

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NZ school start

January/February

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NZ school end

Mid-December

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NZ school terms

Four terms, 2 week breaks

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NZ school day

9am to 3pm

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Study Notes

New Zealand Identity

  • Maori culture, originating from Eastern Polynesia approximately 1,000 years ago, is a significant component of New Zealand's identity.
  • New Zealand boasts diverse landscapes, including high mountains, over 3,800 lakes, and at least 12 active volcanoes.
  • Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake, is situated within the caldera of a major volcano.
  • Significant forest cover: more than 30% of New Zealand is forested.
  • New Zealanders have a strong passion for sports, including rugby, with the All Blacks and their haka.
  • Cricket, sailing, kayaking, diving, and surfing are also popular.
  • Maori art, particularly the intricate Ta moko tattoos, are a prominent feature of Maori culture.
  • Ta moko designs are complex, applied using needles.
  • Maori men commonly have Ta moko on their faces, while women typically have them on their lips and chins.
  • Compulsory education from age six to sixteen.
  • School year spans from January/February to mid-December, structured into four terms separated by two-week holidays.
  • School day runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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