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Settlement of Aotearoa
Examine how and when Polynesian voyagers settled Aotearoa New Zealand, and how radiocarbon dating, volcanic ash and oral traditions are used to date their arrival.
⏱ 19 min❓ 8 questions
What you'll be able to do
- ✔I can describe the Polynesian settlement of Aotearoa and how early Māori adapted to a new environment
- ✔I can explain how radiocarbon dating, volcanic ash layers and whakapapa help date settlement
- ✔I can explain why historians revised earlier dates and rejected the ‘Great Fleet’ idea
How this works
- 1Read the short explanations first — they teach you what you need before each question.
- 2Answer each question, then tap Check. A right answer moves you on automatically; if it's wrong, you'll see a friendly explanation of why.
- 3Finish all 3 steps to see your score — sign in and subscribe to unlock the full lesson and save it.
What's inside
8 questions and 1 quick teaching card, including:
- 🔘Multiple choice — Tap the answer you think is best, then check it.
- 🔗Match the pairs — Choose the partner that goes with each item.
👪Grown-up tip: sit alongside younger learners for the first few lessons. Read the questions together and chat about the explanations — that's where the real learning sticks.
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Curriculum: AC9HH8S03, AC9HH8S04