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📚 Part 1: Understanding War and Migration

WALT: Analyse the impact of World War II on Māori urban migration

1. What year did World War II begin?

1938

1939

1940

1941

2. Which of these were reasons Māori moved to cities during WWII? (Check all that apply)

War industry jobs

Military service opportunities

Construction work

Better farming opportunities

3. Before WWII, most Māori lived in __________ areas, but during the war many moved to __________ centres like Auckland and Wellington.

Fill in the blanks: _____________ and _____________

4. Why did World War II create new job opportunities for Māori?

More factories were needed to make war supplies

Farming became more important

Tourism increased during the war

Schools needed more teachers

✏️ Part 2: Analysing Migration Patterns

5. Explain in 2-3 sentences how moving from rural areas to cities might have changed Māori family life during WWII.
6. What do you think happened to Māori migration patterns after WWII ended? Give reasons for your answer.
7. Extension Activity: Research one specific iwi (tribe) and describe how WWII affected their migration to urban areas. Include the name of the iwi and specific details about their experience.

🎯 Part 3: Timeline Challenge

8. Put these events in chronological order by numbering them 1-5:

_____ Post-war increase in urban Māori population

_____ World War II begins

_____ War industries expand in New Zealand cities

_____ Māori recruitment for armed forces increases

_____ World War II ends

9. Reflection: How do you think the migration of Māori during WWII connects to urban Māori communities today? Write one thoughtful sentence.
10. Success Criteria Check: Can you explain why WWII encouraged Māori urban migration? Write your explanation below.

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