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Treaty of Waitangi Introduction
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Treaty of Waitangi Introduction
📚 Part 1: Understanding the Treaty
1. What is the Treaty of Waitangi?
A sports competition between Māori and Pākehā
An important agreement signed in 1840 between Māori and the British Crown
A type of traditional Māori food
A famous New Zealand mountain
2. Where was the Treaty of Waitangi signed?
The Treaty was signed at _________________ in the year _______.
3. Who were the main groups involved in signing the Treaty? (Check all that apply)
Māori chiefs
British Crown representatives
Australian settlers
French explorers
4. How many articles (main parts) does the Treaty of Waitangi have?
Two
Three
Four
Five
✏️ Part 2: The Three Articles
5. Match each article to its main meaning by drawing lines:
Article 1
Article 2
Article 3
All people have equal rights as British subjects
British Crown has governance over New Zealand
Māori keep their treasures, land, and authority
6. Why do you think the Treaty of Waitangi is important for New Zealand today?
7. Name two important people who were involved in the Treaty signing:
1. _________________________________
2. _________________________________
🤝 Part 3: Partnership and Protection
8. The Treaty talks about partnership. Give one example of how people in your school or community work together in partnership:
9. Circle the te reo Māori words that relate to the Treaty:
rangatiratanga (authority/leadership)
kaitiakitanga (guardianship/protection)
hangi (earth oven)
whakawhanaungatanga (building relationships)
10. How can you show respect for the Treaty of Waitangi in your daily life?
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