🔍 Part 1: Understanding Key Concepts

1. Define "power" in your own words:

2. Define "mana" in your own words:

3. Circle the statement that BEST describes mana:

Just another word for political power

A Māori concept involving spiritual authority and respect

Only something that kings and queens have

The same thing as being wealthy

📊 Part 2: Venn Diagram Analysis

4. Complete the Venn diagram below by writing characteristics in the correct sections:

Word Bank: spiritual authority, political control, earned through respect, inherited position, cultural significance, military strength, community recognition, personal influence, traditional values, modern leadership

5. Based on your Venn diagram, what is the main similarity between power and mana?

6. What is the main difference between power and mana?

🌍 Part 3: Cultural Contexts

7. Tick ALL the ways someone might gain mana in Māori culture:

Showing respect for elders and traditions

Buying expensive items

Demonstrating knowledge of whakapapa (genealogy)

Contributing to community wellbeing

Winning the lottery

Protecting and preserving cultural practices

8. Fill in the blanks about power and mana:

While power can sometimes be _____________ or taken by force, mana must be _____________ through respect and cultural understanding. In Māori society, a person with mana is often seen as having both _____________ authority and _____________ responsibility to their community.

9. Match the leadership examples with the correct concept:

1. A kaumātua (elder) guiding their iwi

2. A military general commanding troops

3. A tohunga (expert) sharing traditional knowledge

4. A politician making laws

A. Primarily demonstrates power

B. Primarily demonstrates mana

C. Primarily demonstrates power

D. Primarily demonstrates mana