History of New Zealand Quiz - Prehistoric NZ

What is the name of the show presented by William Ray Chowder and Lee McLaughlin?

• The Kiwi Heritage Hour

• The Maori Legends Series

• The New Zealand Chronicles

• The Aotearoa History Show

What event caused the extinction of the dinosaurs around 66 million years ago?

• Volcanic Eruption

• Ice Age

• Asteroid Impact

• Climate Change

Which continent was New Zealand part of before it broke away and became Zealandia?

• Pangaea

• Laurasia

• Antarctica

• Gondwana

What is the name of the largest bird of prey that ever existed?

• Pterosaur

• Polar Chi

• Haast Eagle

• More

What caused the thick layer of ash and pumice in the central North Island of New Zealand?

• Forest Fires

• Tsunami

• Volcanic Eruption

• Earthquake

During the last ice age, how much lower were the sea levels compared to today?

• 125 meters

• 75 meters

• 100 meters

• 50 meters

What major event happened in New Zealand after 1290 AD?

• Volcanic Eruption

• Human Arrival

• Ice Age

• Forest Fires

What is the name of the demigod who holds up a great fish in Maori mythology?

• Papa To Aku

• Maui

• Rangi Nui

• Tony Mata

Which group of animals dominated New Zealand after the extinction of mammals?

• Insects

• Reptiles

• Birds

• Amphibians

What caused the separation of Rangi Nui and Papa To Aku in Maori mythology?

• Earthquake

• Volcanic Eruption

• Tidal Wave

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