Kiwi Knowledge Challenge

What year did New Zealand become a British colony?

• 1840

• 1860

• 1830

• 1850

Which famous landmark in New Zealand is known as the 'City of Sails'?

• Auckland

• Wellington

• Sydney

• Christchurch

What is the traditional Maori greeting called?

• kia ora

• hongi

• pōwhiri

• waiata

Who was the first European explorer to reach New Zealand?

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Vasco da Gama

• Abel Tasman

• Christopher Columbus

Which city in New Zealand is known for its vibrant street art scene?

• Auckland

• Wellington

• Queenstown

• Christchurch

What is the national symbol of New Zealand?

• Golden Kiwi

• Silver Fern

• Koru Leaf

• Maori Tattoo

What is the meaning of the Maori word 'whanau'?

• home

• family

• friend

• food

Which treaty was signed between the British Crown and Maori chiefs in 1840?

• Treaty of Christchurch

• Treaty of Wellington

• Treaty of Waitangi

• Treaty of Auckland

What is the largest lake in New Zealand?

• Lake Wanaka

• Lake Pukaki

• Lake Taupo

• Lake Wakatipu

Which New Zealand director won three Academy Awards for the film 'The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King'?

• Steven Spielberg

• Christopher Nolan

• Quentin Tarantino

• Peter Jackson