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How many children are there in the Malu family?

11

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Which two brothers are the most talkative sibling?

Stevie and Kali

100

Where did Grandpa Lemeki go to for Uni?

Oxford in London, Canterbury in Christchurch, NZ and Macquarie in Australia

100

What is the Tongan word for respect, an important family value?

Faka'apa'apa

100

Who was the first sibling to get married?

Motoni

200

Where is Grandma Kina from? Where is Grandma Popua from?

Kina - Ma'ufanga
Popua - Nuku nuku, Kolomotu'a

200

Which sibling wasn't born in Tonga?

Derek

200

How many siblings does Grandpa Lemeki have?

8 total, plus 2 that died.

200

What is the traditional Tongan way of cooking?

Umu

200

Which siblings served their missions in Tonga?

Stevie, Mom and Toni

300

Name one thing Grandma Popua was known for.

Tau'olunga

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Who was the first to join the church out of the siblings?

Uinise

300

What major milestone marked Grandpa Lemeki's career path?

When he was appointed the CEO of telecommunication. He was the first Tongan to take on this role. 

300

What is the Tongan word for love?

'Ofa

300

Which siblings married Samoans?

Peti and Suli

400

What was Grandma Kina known for? 

Dedication to church callings!

400

Which siblings middle name is Haapai?

Malu

400

What two characteristics was Grandpa Lemeki most known for?

Integrity and Honesty

400

What is the significance of the ngatu (tapa cloth) in Tongan culture? What is it made of?

Ngatu is a traditional cloth made from the bark of the mulberry tree. It has been the treasure of our ancestors and today it is still one of our prestige, traditional and cultural wealth. Ngatu is used in gift-giving and other traditional rituals.

400

Which family member lives in Tonga?

Pua

500

Where was Grandpa Lemeki born (Village and island)?

Felemea, Haapai

500

Name all the siblings youngest to oldest?

Fou, Suli, Asi, Kali, Malu, Pua, Steve, Peti, Uini, Derek

500

What opportunity did Grandpa Lemeki turn down from Prince Tupou To'a?

To become the chairperson for Tongan Sat! 

500

What is the meaning of Tauhi Va?

In Tongan, "tauhi va" refers to the practice of nurturing and maintaining relationships. It encompasses the idea of tending to the "space" or connection between people, ensuring it remains harmonious and strong. "Tauhi" means to look after or nurture, while "va" refers to the space or relationship between individuals or groups.

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Which siblings were married in Tonga?

Fou, Uinise and Motoni