Social Science EOY Revision

What was the date the Treaty of Waitangi was signed?

6th February 1840.

Where was the Treaty of Waitangi signed?

Waitangi, Bay of Islands, NZ.

What was the primary purpose of the Treaty of Waitangi?

To establish a legal framework for British settlement in NZ and protect Māori land rights.

How many Maori Chiefs originally signed the Treaty of Waitangi?

43 Māori chiefs initially signed at Waitangi.

How many Māori chiefs ultimately signed the Treaty of Waitangi?

Over 500 Māori chiefs across NZ.

Who declared British sovereignty over NZ?

Governor William Hobson in May 1840.

Who was Captain William Hobson?

The British officer responsible for drafting and signing the Treaty.

What role did James Busby play in the Treaty of Waitangi?

He was the British resident in New Zealand who helped draft the Treaty.

Who translated the Treaty into Māori?

Henry Williams.

What symbolic action did Hone Heke take against British control?

He repeatedly cut down the British flagpole at Kororāreka.

What was the Flagstaff War?

It was a conflict arising from Hone Heke's protest actions against British authority.

What impact did the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi have on the port of Kororāreka?

Auckland became the new capital, leading to fewer ships and people coming to Kororāreka.

What led to tensions between Māori and the British after the Treaty?

New laws and the perception of Māori chiefs' authority as subservient to the Crown.

What is 'mana' in Māori culture?

Prestige, authority, power, influence, status, and respect associated with leadership.

What does 'tapu' mean?

Sacredness or spiritual restrictions, with strong impositions of rules and prohibitions.

What is 'utu'?

Revenge, maintaining balance in society, often exemplified through gift exchanges.

What caused conflict over sovereignty in New Zealand?

Māori believed they maintained sovereignty despite signing the Treaty, while the British claimed full authority.

What were the illegal land purchases that led to disputes?

Dubious land deals made by the Crown and settlers.

How did the mistranslation of the Treaty cause issues?

Differences in the Māori and English versions confused governance and land ownership.

What was exposed in the Battle of Ruapekapeka?

Māori military ingenuity with the design of the Ruapekapeka pā, showing both sides' challenges.

What were some consequences of the New Zealand Land Wars?

Māori land loss, population decline, economic decline, and a battle for representation.

What was significant about Parihaka?

It was known for non-violent resistance against land confiscation in the 1870s.

What was the aim of the Kīngitanga movement?

To unify the Māori under one sovereign equal to the Queen of England.

What document was written in 1086 to survey England?

The Domesday Book.

What is the structure of feudalism based on?

Land ownership and duties among kings, nobles, and vassals.

Who were part of the feudal system?

Kings, nobles, knights, and serfs.

How did feudalism maintain order and stability?

By creating a system of mutual obligations among classes.

What characterized the lives of the wealthy in medieval times?

Large, well-fortified homes, luxurious clothing, and diverse diets.

What characterized the lives of the poor in medieval times?

Simple, poorly insulated cottages, coarse clothing, and limited diets.

What are motte-and-bailey castles?

Early castles made of wood with a raised mound and an enclosed courtyard.

What improvements were made in stone keep castles?

Strong stone fortresses with thick walls replaced wooden structures.

What were concentric castles designed for?

Advanced defence with multiple layers of walls.

What were symptoms of the Black Plague?

Fever, swollen lymph nodes, and black spots on the skin.

What was the Church's role in medieval life?

Central to daily life, controlling education, politics, and morality.

What was the significance of the Magna Carta?

It limited the power of King John and set the groundwork for constitutional law.

What triggered the Peasants' Revolt in 1381?

Unpopular poll tax and ongoing feudal oppression.

Who was Wat Tyler?

Leader of the Peasants' Revolt.

What were the demands of the rebels during the Peasants' Revolt?

Abolition of serfdom, fair wages, lower taxes, and equal treatment.

What was the consequence of the Peasants' Revolt?

The rebellion was suppressed, but it highlighted social tensions.

How many oceans are there in the world?

Five oceans.

What are the names of the five oceans?

Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, Arctic.

What does latitude measure?

Distance north and south of the equator.

What does longitude measure?

Distance east and west of the Prime Meridian.

What are the three ocean zones?

Euphotic, Disphotic, Aphotic.

What is the impact of oil spills on the ocean?

They damage marine life, pollute coastlines, and disrupt ecosystems.