Friday Lockdown Response: Tongan Art & Music

 Tongan Arts

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1. Which of the following is not a method of exploring Music in Tonga?

a) Choir b) Song

c) Siren Jams d) Instruments

2. Why might other Pasifika cultures enjoy Tongan music?

→It’s distinct similarities.

3. Name 5 different Tongan Artists.

→ Palu Tupou, Veiongo Fakaua, Junior Maile, Lateeya, Palu Vava'u Tupou and Veiongo Fakaua.

4. True or False: “Expressing stories of Tongan history and legends, the Lakalaka is performed by only men.”

a) True b) False

5. Which of these is a type of Dance in Tonga?

a) Me’etu’upaki b) Soke

c) Tau’olunga d) All of the above and more

6. What is the outcome of wood and/or bone carving? 

a) making bowls and head rests b) pieces of bark beaten with a mallet

c) make jewellery d) bedding and clothing 

7. In your own words, explain what a Ngatu Tonga is.

→ Tapa cloth.

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Friday Lockdown 5 Facts: Tongan Dances

Task Description: Finally, we are learning about Tongan traditional dances. You should watch them dance!

Thursday Lockdown Response: 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.

→ Dreams.

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 Wolfgramm

7. If you had the opportunity to meet ANY Tongan Sports Player, who would it be and why?

→ I don’t know.

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Thursday Lockdown 5 Facts: Sports in Tonga

Task Description: Today, we will be learning about Tongan Sports!

Wednesday Lockdown Research: Tongan Food

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Wednesday Lockdown Response: 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.

→ To cook it.

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. 

→It’s hard to find cow’s milk in Tonga.

7. Write what Tongan dishes you would like to try and why.

→I think ’Otai because fruit is good.

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Wednesday Lockdown 5 Facts: Lu Sipi

Task Description: Today, we are learning about Tongan Food, Don't try and eat it through your screen!

Tuesday Lockdown Response: Tonga's Landmarks

 Response to text: 

Landmarks in Tonga

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1. What is the Trilithon in Tonga known as?

a) Ha'amonga ‘A Maui b) The Burden of Maui

c) Stonehenge of the Pacific d) All of the above

2. Who is the monument in honour of?

a) King Tupou VI and his sons b) Queen Salote and her sons

c) King Tu’itātui and his sons d) Maui and his sons

3. Explain in your own words why the Cave in Eua is called ‘Ana ‘Ahu - the Smoking Cave. 

→It’s a waterfall and it makes smoke.

4. True or False:”The Royal Palace has many visitors throughout the year, however they can only look at it from the water.”

a) True b) False

5. The blowholes in Tongatapu shoots waves up to what distance?

a) 40m b) 30m

c) 20m d) It doesn’t shoot blowholes

6. Ha’apai is made up of around 60 uninhabited islands. Explain why many people wouldn’t live on these islands?

→Volcanoes.

7. Explain what the difference is between natural and man-made landmarks.

→Man made means a human built it.

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Tuesday Lockdown 5 Facts: Tonga's Royal Family

Task Decription: Today, We are learning again about Tonga. The Royal family.

Monday Lockdown Response: Tonga

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All about tonga 

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1. What ocean is the Kingdom of Tonga located in?

a) Atlantic Ocean b) Indian Ocean

c) Pacific Ocean d) Arctic Ocean

2. Which of the following is NOT a main island group in Tonga?

a) Ha’apai b) Niuatoputapu

c) Vava’u d) Tongatapu

3. Explain this statement in your own words. “This is the only island in the Pacific Nations that is still a monarchy.”

It means that Tonga is the only pacific island that has a king and queen.

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4. True or False: The highest point in Tonga is on Kai Island in the Vava’u Group, and sits at a height of 1,033 metres.

a) True b) False

5. Which of the following is NOT a main island group in Tonga?

a) Ha’apai b) Niuatoputapu

c) Vava’u d) Tongatapu

6. Anga Fakatonga is the Tongan way of life. Name the four values and explain what they represent.

→Fefaka'apa'apa'aki (mutual respect), Feveitokai'aki (sharing, cooperating and fulfilment of mutual obligations), Lototoo (humility and generosity) and Tauhi vaha'a (loyalty and commitment).

7. Family is said to be the centre of the four Tongan core values. Explain what this means.

→It means to be a christan or any other relatable things.

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Monday Lockdown 5 Facts: Tonga

Task Decription: This week, it's Tongan language week! Hope to be stoked in lockdown.