Māori Introduction Phrases

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📚 Part 1: Understanding Introduction Phrases

1. Which phrase would you use to introduce someone standing right next to you?

Ko Aroha tēnei

Ko Aroha tēnā

Ko Aroha tērā

2. When would you say "Ko Tane tērā"?

When Tane is standing next to you

When Tane is near the person you're talking to

When Tane is far away from both of you

3. Fill in the correct word: Ko Maria _______ (she is standing near the person you are speaking to)

Ko Maria _____________

4. Which phrases can be used for introductions? (Choose all that apply)

Ko Sarah tēnei

Kia ora

Ko James tērā

Ko Lisa tēnā

✏️ Part 2: Practice Introductions

5. Write how you would introduce your friend Sam who is standing right beside you:

6. Your teacher asks "Ko wai tēnā?" while pointing to a student near you. Write your response:

7. Complete these introductions with the correct phrase:

a) Ko Emma _______ (next to me)

b) Ko Ben _______ (over there, far away)

c) Ko Kiri _______ (near you, the listener)

8. Extension Activity: Write an introduction that includes the person's relationship to you. Example: "Ko tēnei a Emma, taku hoa" (This is Emma, my friend)

🎭 Part 3: Role-Play Planning

9. Plan a short introduction scene. Write what you would say and do:

Person to introduce: _________________

Where they are positioned: _________________

Your introduction phrase: _________________

Body language you will use:

10. Success Criteria Check: Tick the boxes you can do confidently:

I can say "Ko [name] tēnei/tēnā/tērā" correctly

I know when to use tēnei, tēnā, or tērā

I can use respectful body language during introductions

I can listen and respond during introductions

Māori Introduction Phrases

Māori Introduction Phrases

📚 Part 1: Understanding Introduction Phrases

✏️ Part 2: Practice Introductions

🎭 Part 3: Role-Play Planning

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