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Te Reo Vocabulary Practice

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Te Reo Vocabulary Practice

Māori cultural symbols and patterns

📚 Part 1: Vocabulary Matching

Instructions: Match each kupu (word) with its correct meaning by writing the letter in the circle.

1. kōrero
2. whakapapa
3. aroha
4. mārama
5. whakamā
6. koa
A. genealogy, family connections
B. to speak, tell, story
C. love, compassion, empathy
D. clear, bright, understanding
E. ashamed, embarrassed, shy
F. joy, happiness, celebration

✏️ Part 2: Sentence Completion

Instructions: Complete each sentence using the vocabulary words from the box below. Each word should be used only once.

Word Bank: whakatōhea, whakarongo, manaaki, whakawhetai, whakamā, aroha

1. I felt ______________ when my koro shared our family's whakapapa with me.
2. We must ______________ to our kaumātua when they tell us stories of the past.
3. My whānau always ______________ our manuhiri with kai and warm hospitality.
4. I was ______________ when I forgot the words to our waiata during the pōwhiri.
5. We ______________ our tīpuna for the sacrifices they made for future generations.
6. The rangatahi decided to ______________ their community by organising a fundraising event.

📝 Part 3: Creative Writing & Reflection

7. Write a short recount paragraph (4-6 sentences) about a Māori cultural experience. Use at least 3 vocabulary words from today's lesson. Underline the vocabulary words you use.
8. Self-Assessment: Reflect on your vocabulary learning today.

a) Which vocabulary words were easiest for you to understand and use? Why?

b) Which words do you need more practice with? What strategy will you use to remember them?

c) Rate your confidence using new te reo vocabulary in your writing:

Very confident - I used vocabulary naturally

Somewhat confident - I used vocabulary with some help

Need more practice - I found it challenging

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