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Which of the following statements best chatagorizes Maori-European relations?

A
The Maori majority continues to dominate New Zealand politically and economically, and those of European decent have struggled to gain equality.
B
The European majority in New Zealand have made no efforts to make amends for injustices towards the Maori in the nation’s past, so relations remain strained.
C
The nation is one of the few colonies that enjoyed peaceful and fair dealings between native peoples and European settlers throughout its history.
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Significant progress has been made in recent years between those of Maori and European decent in New Zealand, and relations have improved.
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99% of Australians are literate, which means that __________.

A
they live in cities
B
they live above the poverty line
C
they can read and write
D
they are registered to vote in national elections
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Describe the government of New Zealand. What is unique about New Zealand's system of government?

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How did European countries use their Pacific Island colonies?

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What is an exclusive economic zone (EEZ)? Why are EEZs important to the economies of Pacific Island nations?

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Who are the Maori and the Pakeha? Identify recent improvements in the relations between these two cultures.

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Why is trade an essential part of the culture and economy of the Pacific Islands?

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The majority of the population of Australia is __________.

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Maori
B
Aboriginal
C
of European descent
D
Asian
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Describe the major elements of Australian culture, including major cultural influences, languages, ethnic backgrounds, and religions. Be sure to write your response in complete sentences.

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Using complete sentences, compare and contrast the standards of living in Australia and Papua New Guinea. Be sure to include information on such issues as life expectancy, education, urban living, and healthcare.

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As cultures meet and influence one another, one way they change each other is by influencing food habits and diets. How did Pacific Island diets change after colonization?

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Describe the relationship between Aborigines and the Australian government.

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Describe Australian Aboriginal culture before European colonization.

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