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Power and Mana Introduction
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Power and Mana Introduction
🌟 Part 1: Understanding Key Concepts
1. What does the word "mana" mean in Māori culture? Circle the best answer:
Physical strength and muscles
Spiritual authority and respect gained through whakapapa, actions, and relationships
Money and wealth
Being the loudest person in a group
2. Fill in the blanks about power and mana:
Power is the ability to _____________ or _____________ others. Mana and power are _____________ but distinct in their cultural meanings. Mana is gained through _____________ (genealogy), actions, and relationships.
3. Which of these could show mana in a community? Check all that apply:
A rangatira (chief) making wise decisions for their people
Someone showing respect for their elders
A person bullying others to get their way
A leader protecting their community's traditions
Someone sharing their knowledge to help others
🤔 Part 2: Personal Reflection
4. Think about a time when you felt powerful or respected. Describe what happened and how it made you feel:
5. How do you think mana and power can be used for good in a community? Give two examples:
6. Can power and mana be used in negative ways? Explain your thinking:
🎨 Part 3: Creative Expression
7. Create a simple drawing or symbol that represents what mana or power means to you. Think about the spiritual authority, respect, and relationships we discussed:
8. Write a short explanation of your drawing. What does it show about mana or power?
🔗 Part 4: Making Connections
9. Match the Māori concepts with their meanings:
1. Mana
2. Whakapapa
3. Rangatira
4. Manaakitanga
A. Genealogy and family connections
B. Hospitality and respect for others
C. Spiritual authority and respect
D. Chief or leader
10. How do you think understanding mana and power helps us learn about identity and community in Aotearoa New Zealand?
💭 Part 5: Looking Forward
11. What is one new thing you learned about mana or power today?
12. What questions do you still have about mana and power in Māori and Pacific cultures?
13. How might you show respect (manaakitanga) when learning about Māori and Pacific cultural concepts?
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