NAIDOC
What does the A mean in NAIDOC?
Aboriginals
How long do we celebrate Reconciliation week?
A week/ 7 days
literally says in the name.
What did aboriginals eat (Hint - Known from America, stereotyping us riding these)
Kangaroo
What was the main, traditional way of life for the aboriginal people?
Hunting, gathering and preserving the land.
Considered the most famous Aboriginal 'Politician'
Eddie Mabo
How long do we celebrate NAIDOC week?
7 days/ a week
Literally in the name
What is the purpose of Reconciliation Week?
Anything on the line of; National Reconciliation Week's purpose is to celebrate Indigenous history and culture in Australia and foster reconciliation discussion and activities.
What method was used to cook their meals (Hint - We use something similar in our kitchens nearly everyday)
Earth oven
What do the colours on the Aboriginal flag represent?
The people, the sun and the earth and represents the connections between the people and the land.
Famous Aussie Athlete, They held both flags at the races
Cathy Freeman
What is this years NAIDOC week theme?
Blak, loud n proud
What is the theme of this years Reconciliation week?
Now More Than Ever
What is the flower that you can eat?
Pig Face
What is the spiritual connection for the Torres Strait Islander People?
Tagai
When did the British Invade?
1788
What does Yaama mean?
Welcome/hello
When is Reconciliation week this year
Between 27 May to 3 June.
Double points - Can you eat the other parts of the plant pig face?
Yes the Leaves and the fruit are also edible
What is the headdress on the Torres Strait Islander Flag called?
Dharri
What Year was the 'Sorry' speech
2008
What was the 2012 NAIDOC theme
Spirit of the Tent Embassy: 40 years on
What was the 2019 Reconciliation Week theme?
Grounded in Truth - Walk together with Courage
What natural resource was considered as a 'natural moisture trap'
Paperbark
What were the four aspects of Aboriginal culture?
Family, land, law, and language.
State the law on the Didgeridoo?
Women can't play it