Cultural Features
What is the term for a traditional Maori dance?
Who are the indigenous people of Australia?
Aboriginal peoples
Where are the Southern Alps located?
New Zealand
What unique marsupial animal is native to Australia that hops?
Kangaroo
What has caused land cover changes in New Zealand?
Human actions
What instrument is associated with Aboriginal culture?
Didgeridoo
What are the indigenous people of New Zealand called?
Maori
What geological process formed the Southern Alps?
Tectonic activity
What is a significant reason for Australia's unique wildlife?
Geographic isolation
Name one impact of human activity on New Zealand's land cover.
Deforestation
Name a cultural feature of the Maori people.
Haka
Name one way the Maori have preserved their culture.
Language revitalization
Name one major landform in New Zealand.
Mountain ranges
Name one animal that evolved in isolation in Australia and is know for being unlike any other animal.
Platypus
How did the arrival of Europeans affect New Zealand's environment?
Increased land clearance and introduced species
Which cultural practice is used by the Maori to welcome guests?
Powhiri
What is a key difference between the Maori and Aborigines?
Geographic location and cultural practices
What type of climate is found in Australia?
Varied; arid, semi-arid, tropical
What adaptation do kangaroos have for their environment?
Ability to travel long distances for food and water
Why is deforestation a concern in New Zealand?
Loss of biodiversity and habitat
What is a significant aspect of Aboriginal storytelling?
Dreamtime stories
How long ago did the Aborigines first settle Australia?
Approximately 65,000 years ago
How does Australia's geography influence its wildlife?
Isolation leads to unique species development
Provide an example of an animal that is found only in New Zealand.
Kiwi
What role did the Maori play in land changes before European arrival?
Sustainable land use and small-scale agriculture