🌿 Part 1: Understanding Tikanga Māori

1. What does "Tikanga Māori" mean? Choose the best definition:

Traditional Māori food and cooking methods

Customs, protocols, and ways of doing things that guide Māori behaviour and relationships

Only the rules followed on a marae

Ancient Māori stories and legends

2. Which of these are examples of tikanga in everyday life? (Tick all that apply)

Hongi (traditional greeting)

Removing shoes before entering a house

Powhiri (welcome ceremony)

Respect for elders

Speaking only in English

3. Why is tikanga important to whānau, hapū, and iwi?

It helps preserve cultural identity and strengthens relationships

It makes life more complicated

It only matters to older generations

It replaces New Zealand law

4. Complete this sentence: Tikanga helps protect _____________ and supports well-being (hauora).

Answer: _________________________

💭 Part 2: Personal Reflection

5. Describe a time when you have experienced or seen tikanga Māori in action. This could be at school, in your community, or in the media.

6. How do you think tikanga Māori contributes to New Zealand's identity as a bicultural nation?

7. What is one aspect of tikanga Māori that you would like to learn more about? Explain why.

8. Think about your own cultural background. What are some customs or traditions that are important in your family or community?

9. How are these customs similar to or different from tikanga Māori? What do they have in common?

10. Why do you think it's important for all New Zealanders to learn about tikanga Māori?