11.8 SkillBuilder activity HISTORICAL QUESTIONS Within this lesson, there is a lot more discussion about M̄aori lifestyle than other Polynesian cultures. 1. Explain why there is such a wealth of knowledge available on M̄aori history compared to other Polynesian cultures. 2. Determine what information is not included about Hawai’i, Rapa Nui or any other Polynesian culture which you think would be interesting to know. 3. a. Investigate , by conducting research, and collect a series of primary and secondary sources on a Polynesian culture of your choice. b. Discuss how they adapted to the land they found themselves in and built a new life from the roots of Hawaiki.
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Learning pathways LEVEL1 1, 2, 3
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REMEMBER AND UNDERSTAND 1. Warfare was integral in Polynesian societies, with weapons being carved from wood or stone / bone / clay . Warfare was an important expression of power / culture / insecurities . In Polynesian societies, warriors were held in high esteem from earliest times. Warfare was used to gain and protect property including land, to avenge kidnappings and killings, and to visit / purchase / invade other islands. 2. Determine whether the following sentence is True or False. The M̄aori population of the South Island decreased due to war. 3. Identify the strategies the M̄aori people used to intimidate enemies. Select all that apply. A. Ritual dance (haka) B. Firing cannons C. Shrunken heads of fallen enemies D. Fighting at close quarters E. Sneak attacks 4. Explain how the construction of the pa (M̄aori village) reflects M̄aori values and customs. 5. Explain the meaning of r̄ahui . What was its benefit? ANALYSE AND APPLY 6. Examine SOURCE3 . Identify what other warrior culture this scene resembles. 7. Explain what you can determine about M̄aori warfare from the size of this vessel in SOURCE3 . 8. Using evidence from the sources as well as the information in the lesson, propose reasons why the M̄aori developed such a strong warrior culture. EVALUATE AND COMMUNICATE 9. Explain whether the personal qualities of the ariki — wisdom, authority, excellence and inherited power — have modern-day equivalents. Identify a profession or position in which these characteristics are valued. 10. Imagine you are a visitor to a pa . Refer to SOURCE2 and the text to construct a diary entry recording a typical day of village life. Provide details of the daily activities you see taking place, the pa layout, and the design and purpose of the buildings. Answers and sample responses for this topic are available online.
Jacaranda Humanities Alive 8 Victorian Curriculum Third Edition
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