Response to text: Treaty of Waitangi Quiz Read the article first
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- What happened in the 1830s that led to the Treaty of Waitangi?
- a) Māori population exploded, needing more land.
- b) British settlers arrived in large numbers, eyeing land.
- c) A giant erupting volcano caused widespread chaos.
- What was the Treaty of Waitangi supposed to do?
- a) Declare war between Māori and British.
- b) Share toys and candy equally between children.
- c) Set rules for how Māori and British would live together in New Zealand.
- How many versions of the Treaty exist?
- a) Only one, in English.
- b) Two, in Māori and English (although they say different things).
- c) Hundreds, depending on who translated it.
- What is the key principle of “partnership” in the Treaty?
- a) Māori get to boss everyone around.
- b) British people make all the decisions.
- c) Māori and British work together and listen to each other.
- What does “protection” in the Treaty mean for Māori?
ij8a) Free hugs from the Queen every year.
- b) Keeping their traditions, land, and language safe.
- c) Wearing special protective suits to avoid catching British diseases.
- What does “equality” in the Treaty say about how people should be treated?
- a) Only the tallest people get special privileges.
- b) Everyone, regardless of where they’re from, deserves the same rights.
- c) People who speak better English get extra points.
- What does “redress” in the Treaty mean?
- a) Giving everyone red clothes to wear.
- b) Trying to fix things that weren’t fair in the past, like land disputes.
- c) Painting the Treaty document bright red for good luck.
- What does “good faith” mean in the Treaty?
- a) Always telling jokes and making each other laugh.
- b) Being honest, kind, and fair to each other.
- c) Building a giant bouncy castle together.
- Who was the first Māori chief to sign the Treaty?
- a) Captain Cook
- b) Hōne Heke
- c) Queen Victoria
- Who was the first British person to sign the Treaty?
- a) William Shakespeare
- b) Captain William Hobson
- c) The Tooth Fairy