History of the Easter island
Why were the moai built
The moai statues were built to respect the leaders that could feed everyone in the village
which cultural group made the tapati festival
what is the Rapa Nui
What is the thrilling competition involves participants sliding down a slope on banana trunks at speeds up to 80 km/h. It's a test of bravery and skill, rooted in an ancient practice where warriors would slide down hills to simulate battling elements of nature.
What is Hakka pei
what were the statues made of?
what is volcanic tuff
How is the Easter istand awareness spread through
Social media
When did the Europeans contact the Easter islands
1722
the celebration here is described as the color and the creativity of the festival
What is art and dance
what competition is described as Competitors use a toki, a traditional carving tool, as a musical instrument in this contest. It's a showcase of creativity, as they produce rhythms and sounds that echo the island's ancestral music traditions.
What is Tori music contest
how were the moai moved
It is still a debate in the science community
What brings tourism year round
moai
were there any conflicts with eh easter island and if so with who
Yes and with themselves
the tapati festival takes place in this month
What is February
This is not your typical triathlon. Participants compete in swimming, canoeing in traditional reed boats, and running while carrying banana bunches. It's a demanding test of endurance and strength that reflects the islanders' connection to their environment.
What is Rapa Nui triathlon
what is a reason the people built them
what is a popular attraction in the month of febuary
Tapati festival
About how many moai are there now
877 moai are in existence
what category is described as a aspect of the tapati to where two tribes get one women from each and make them do sports to see which tribe has done better
what is the queen of the festival
These include a variety of competitions that demonstrate physical strength and skill, such as stone lifting, spear throwing, and bareback horse racing. Each event is deeply rooted in the historical practices and daily life of the Rapa Nui people.
Traditional sports
about when were the moai built
1400s-1600s
the Easter island is a _____ island
Remote
when were the moai built
1400-1600S
True or false the tapati festival take place every month
False it takes place every year
More than just a beauty contest, this event sees two female representatives from different clans competing in various cultural events, supported by their families and communities. The winner is crowned as the festival queen, symbolizing her clan's strength and unity.
What is the queen of the festival
What is "imbedded in the moai"
Mana
waht blend of culture is found in Easter island
Modern culture and traditional culture