Get to know the Kiwis!

Introduction

Have you already been to the famous country at the other end of the world called "New Zealand"? No? Then this is the Web-Quest for you! By taking part in this exciting quest, you will find out more about New Zealand, its history, people and climate. All you have to to is to read through the following instructions carefully and answer the questions in the task section. Good luck!

Task

Answer the following questions. There are some links in the Process-Section that will help you find the answers.

1. What does New Zealand's flag represent?

2. What do you know about the foundation-legend of New Zealand?

3. Who was the first European to discover New Zealand?

4. What do you know about Waitangi-Day?

5. What do you find particularly interesting about New Zealand's climate?

6. Name five cities in New Zealand.

7. Who is the country's Head of State and Prime Minister?

8. What is today's headline in the "New Zealand Herald"

Process

Take a look at the following pages. They will help you find the answers to the eight questions above.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1136253.stm#facts

http://www.mch.govt.nz/nzflag/index.html

http://newzealand.govt.nz/about