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He Whakaputanga Introduction
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He Whakaputanga Introduction
📚 Part 1: Understanding Key Concepts
1. What does the word "sovereignty" mean?
The right to rule or govern oneself
A type of government building
A trading agreement
A peace treaty
2. When was He Whakaputanga signed?
1840
1835
1845
1830
3. Who signed He Whakaputanga?
European settlers
Northern Māori rangatira (chiefs)
British government officials
All New Zealand residents
4. Fill in the blank: He Whakaputanga is also known as the _________________ of New Zealand.
Declaration of Independence
✏️ Part 2: Historical Context and Significance
5. Why did Māori rangatira feel the need to create He Whakaputanga in the 1830s? (Check all that apply)
Increasing European settlement in New Zealand
Need for unity and protection
To assert their authority over their lands
To stop all trade with Europeans
6. Explain in your own words what He Whakaputanga aimed to protect:
7. How does He Whakaputanga relate to Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi)?
He Whakaputanga came after Te Tiriti
He Whakaputanga came before Te Tiriti
They were signed on the same day
They are the same document
🤔 Part 3: Reflection and Modern Connections
8. Why might He Whakaputanga still be important in New Zealand today?
9. Complete this sentence: "One thing I learned about He Whakaputanga is..."
10. What questions do you still have about He Whakaputanga or Māori sovereignty?
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