NZ this year's news
Who became the Prime Minister of New Zealand in 2023?
Chris Hipkins
What is the traditional Maori greeting called?
Hongi.
Which famous film director is from New Zealand?
Peter Jackson (director of The Lord of the Rings).
What is the plural of the word “mouse”?
Mice.
What significant natural disaster affected New Zealand in 2023?
Cyclone Gabrielle
What popular New Zealand singer released the hit song “Royals”?
Lorde.
What is the past tense of the verb “run”?
Ran.
Which New Zealand sports team reached the final of a major international tournament in 2023?
The New Zealand All Blacks (Rugby World Cup Final)
What is a traditional New Zealand dish often eaten at gatherings?
Hāngi (food cooked in an earth oven)
What is a synonym for “happy”?
Joyful, pleased, or content.
What was a major environmental issue discussed in New Zealand in 2023?
Climate change and its impact on coastal areas.
What is the official language of New Zealand, aside from English?
Te Reo Māori.
What New Zealand television show has gained international recognition?
Flight of the Conchords.
What do you usually eat during Chinese New Year?
dumpling
What is the antonym of “difficult”?
Easy.
What major law was passed in New Zealand in 2023?
(Example) The Zero Carbon Act implementation regulations.
What is a significant national holiday celebrated in New Zealand on February 6th?
Waitangi Day.
Which New Zealand band is known for the song “Don’t Dream It’s Over”?
Crowded House.
What do you call a word that sounds the same but has different meanings, like “bat” (the animal) and “bat” (used in baseball)?
Homonym.