Monday, 29 November 2021
Monday, 22 November 2021
Response to text: Jack Kirby - Comic Artist
Comic Art
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1. What type of artist was Jack Kirby?
a) Painter b) Musician
c) Comic Book Artist d) Photographer
2. Jack Kirby helped to create iconic characters such as
a) Dragon Ball Z b) Kermit the Frog
c) Peppa Pig d) Captain America and the Hulk
3. The comic art style of using dots to show explosions and elements in space is known as the
a) Kirby colours b) Kirby Krackle
c) Kirby lines d) art of pointillism
4. List some of the characters that Jack Kirby helped to create for Marvel and DC Comics
→Hulk, Iron Man, Thor, X men, Fantastic Four and Captain America.
5. True or False: The ‘Black Panther’ was originally going to be called the ‘Coal Tiger.’
a) True b) False
6. Many comic books are about
a) Superheroes b) Celebrities
c) Planets d) Animals
7. Who is your favourite comic book character?
→ Black Panther:)
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This is my Response to Text It about Jack Kirby (Famous Comic Artist) hope You like it.
Tuesday, 2 November 2021
Decision Making Research at School.
Hello:) This is my decision making research Hope you like it. ENJOY!
Thursday, 28 October 2021
Research Task: Belonging to a community
Research Task: Belonging at school
Tuesday, 26 October 2021
Wednesday, 22 September 2021
4 Facts: Te Whare Tapa Wha
Friday, 17 September 2021
Wednesday, 15 September 2021
4 Facts: Famous Maori
Monday, 13 September 2021
Response to Text: Pepeha
Response to text:
Pepeha
By Pa¯taka and Monique Moore
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1. A pepeha is…
a) A way of saying hi! b) A way of introducing yourself
c) Where you come from d) the Te Reo word for pepper
2. For Maori, the waka in their pepeha tell us what?
a) What car they drive b) That they own a waka
c) How their tupuna arrived in Aotearoa d) None of the above
3. Explain why… “A pepeha is a way of showing that you value the local environment”
→When giving a Pepeha, we are explaining all the places that are sacred or have special meanings to us. The Mounga, the Awa, the Moana and so on.
4. True or False: Your hapu is your family (aunties, cousins, grandparents etc.)
a) True b) False
5. Which of the following is NOT something mentioned in a pepeha?
a) Iwi b) Kaumatua
c) Marae d) Tikanga
6. “In Māori culture, everyone helps out and shares work, food, and day-to-day tasks.”
Explain how this is similar, or different in your own culture. If you are Maori, explain what this looks like.
→I am Tongan and Samoan and our cultures are pretty similar. We are taught from a young age to share the workload around the house, at church or just anywhere we go. Older girls usually help with making cups of tea for elders and the men usually prepare the umu.
7. What do you think the contents of a pepeha tell us about Tangata Maori (Maori people) and their relationship with the environment?
→I believe that it tells us where Maori people are from specifically and by using names of Iwi’s, Awa’s and Moungas etc this shows and establishes the personal relationship the person has with the environment. It lets us know that they care for the land and the communities that they come from.
Thursday, 9 September 2021
Response to Text: Sports in Tonga
Response to text:
Sports in Tonga
Information sourced from Topend Sports and Oceania Olympic Committee.
1. Who is the current captain for the ‘Ikale Tahi team?
a) Siale Piutau b) Jason Taumalolo
c) Konrad Hurrell d) Sio Siua Taukeiaho
2. What is the name of the dance that is performed before every Rugby game?
a) Haka b) Siva Tau
c) War Dance d) ‘Sipi tau
3. Explain why NRL (Rugby League) players with Tongan heritage are now choosing to play for Tonga instead of Australia, New Zealand or England.
→ Regardless of how much players are getting paid, the boys have made a decision based on their love for their country and take pride in being able to represent their small pacific nation. In effect, this has definitely made an impact in the Rugby League world by giving us Tier 2 nations a chance to compete against the bigger countries like NZ, Australia and England.
4. True or False: “The Mate Ma’a Tonga Rugby League Team is the fifth ranked team in the world.”
a) True b) False
5. What event did Tongan flag-bearer Pita Taufatofua compete in?
a) Sevens b) Taekwondo
c) Swimming d) 100m Sprints
6. What is the name of the only Tongan Sports Person that has won an Olympic Medal?
→ paea wolfgram
7. If you had the opportunity to meet ANY Tongan Sports Player, who would it be and why?
→ Jason Taumalolo So he can teach me more about rugby.
Wednesday, 8 September 2021
Response to Text: Tongan Food
Response to Text:
Food in Tonga
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1. Which of the following is NOT an ingredient in Lu?
a) Sipi (lamb) or Pulu (beef) b) Onions
c) Coconut shell d) Taro leaves
2. Which of the following dishes uses fresh fish?
a) Puaka Tunu b) ‘Otai
c) Lu Sipi d) ‘Ota Ika
3. Explain why someone has to stay by the Puaka Tunu and constantly rotate it over heat.
→ Someone has to stay there and watch the Puaka in case the puaka gets burnt.
4. True or False: “The fruit is grated into small pieces so that it is easier to drink.”
a) True b) False
5. Faikakai Topai is a Tongan dessert. What is it?
a) Brown sugar Donuts b) Coconut Dumplings
c) Deep-fried Donuts d) Sugar Soup
6. When making ‘Otai, explain why people in Tonga might use coconut milk instead of cow's milk.
→ In Tonga, we literally live off the land and it is easier to come by coconut milk than cows milk.
7. Write what Tongan dishes you would like to try and why.
→I’d like to try some feke lolo’i which is cooked octopus with coconut cream. I love coconut cream so next time my Nana makes feke, I might give it a try.
Thursday, 2 September 2021
5 Facts: About Protein
These are some cool facts about protein. Protein is very good for you so you should have some protein every day so you can be stronger. ENJOY!
Wednesday, 1 September 2021
5 Facts: Milk and Dairy
Response to Text: Milk & Dairy
Milk & Dairy Products
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1. Dairy products are products that...
a) Come from cows b) Come from milk
c) Cost a lot d) Are sold at a dairy
2. Milk contains what percentage of water?
a) 90% b) 68%
c) 88% d) 50%
3. Which two chemicals found in milk are responsible for our healthy teeth and bones
a) Calcium and Vitamin C b) Phosphorus and Vitamin C
c) Calcium and Protein d) Phosphorus and Calcium
4. List 5 examples of animals that also produce milk
→Cows, Goats, Yaks, Water Buffalo And Reindeer.
5. True or False: Proteins are nutrients that help build & rebuild our cells
a) True b) False
6. Which of these products is NOT made from milk?
a) Cheese b) Chocolate Milk
c) Yoghurt d) Mayonnaise
7. Explain in less than 3 sentences why it is important for humans to include milk in their diet.
→So you can get some sweetness in your body and you can drink some milk so your bones will get stronger and healthier.
Today I learnt about Milk and Dairy. Milk is good for you so you can have strong teeth and bones. It will help you grow and be strong.ENJOY!
Tuesday, 31 August 2021
Response to Text: Grains
Healthy Grains
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1. Grains are a member of the...
a) Grass Family b) My Family
c) Tree Family d) Herbaceous Family
2. Grains are also known as…
a) Fruit b) Cereal
c) Cookies d) Fibers
3. Grains give us a lot of energy because of…
a) Protein b) Fiber
c) Magic powers d) Carbohydrates
4. List 5 examples of “Grains”
→Wheat, Rice, Corn (Mazie), Barley and Rye.
5. True or False: Grains are seeds
a) True b) False
6. Which of these products is NOT made from grain?
a) Cereal b) Porridge
c) Bread d) Oranges
7. Explain in less than 3 sentences why it is important for humans to include grains in their diet.
→ Grains are naturally high in fiber which makes it easier to maintain a healthy body weight, Grains are also linked to a lower risk of heart disease, diabetes, certain cancers and other health problems.5 Facts: About Grains
Monday, 30 August 2021
Response to Text: Fruit and Vegetables
Healthy Fruit and Veges
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1. A fruit is the part of the plant that contains the...
a) Roots b) Flowers
c) Seeds d) Money
2. What are the two different types of fruit?
a) Wet & Dry b) Fleshy & Dry
c) Hard & Soft d) Fleshy & Hard
3. Fruit is an important source of...
a) Vitamin A b) Vitamin B
c) Vitamin C d) Vitamin D
4. List 5 examples of “Root Vegetables”
→ Beetroot, Onions, Carrot, Potato and Ginger
5. True or False: Cucumbers are vegetables
a) True b) False
6. Which of these is NOT in the article a cooking option for vegetables
a) Boiling b) Fried
c) Grilled d) Baked
7. Explain in your own words what makes a herbaceous plant different from a tree
→Herbaceous plants have stems the die back to the ground every year.
8. Explain in less than 3 sentences why it is important for humans to include fruits and vegetables in their diet.
→To get minerals and vitamins and have a balanced diet.
Today I learnt about fruits and vegetables just like my 5 facts hope you enjoy these cool facts