📋 Instructions

WALT (We Are Learning To): Demonstrate knowledge of key events, people, and places in New Zealand history.

Success Criteria:

• I can identify important dates and events in New Zealand history
• I can name key historical figures and their contributions
• I can explain historical events in my own words

Instructions: Read each question carefully. For multiple choice, circle ONE answer. For short answers, write 1-2 sentences unless stated otherwise.

🏛️ Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions

✍️ Part 2: Short Answer Questions

From: _________________ To: _________________

🎯 Answer Key

Multiple Choice Answers:

1. 6 February 1840

2. Abel Tasman

3. Aotearoa

4. All of the above

5. 1893

6. Henry Sewell

Short Answer Suggested Responses:

7. The Treaty established British rule while promising to protect Māori rights and property.

8. To find gold and become wealthy; to start a new life with better opportunities.

9. ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. We remember their sacrifice at Gallipoli in WWI.

10. Life was hard with basic housing, clearing land, limited supplies, and isolation from family.

11. From: Auckland, To: Wellington

12. Hōne Heke

Extension Activity: Research and create a timeline of 5 major events in New Zealand history between 1800-1900.