Waitangi Day
3 facts about what you know about the Treaty of Waitangi
The Treaty of Waitangi was an official public holiday on 1974.
It was signed on February 6, 1840.
It was signed by the British Crown and roughly around 540 Maori Chiefs.
2-3 different points of view on the Waitangi Day:
People look at Waitangi as a day of celebration of the settlement or " peace" amongst the British and Maori people.
Other People disagree that Waitangi should be a public holiday. In their perspective, Maori were not given the respect and honour for their people.
From another point of view, people have a day of from work and school.
After viewing both perspectives, I clearly understand where they are coming from. However, I am not sure whether to celebrate Waitangi or not.
In my opinion, Waitangi day is important to learn about as it is one of the main events recorded in the NZ History. Not everything settled down peacefully but it is important that our generation and from then on learn this as it would help them understand about the Maori culture.
Hey Grace!
ReplyDeleteI read your blog post and I found it really clear and informative. I like how your perspective of the treaty is mixed, you acknowledged both sides. Your facts are nice and not hidden like mine. I have some questions. Do you possibly think that there are other reasons for people to dislike this holiday? and if we were to continue or stop celebrating this day, how would it affect you?
Great post!! 👍👍
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0ua, nice layout along with your three facts grace 👍🏼 The image is also easy to understand and describe 👍🏼
ReplyDeleteHi Grace, thank you for your blog post. You have provided a good explanation of the different point of views and I enjoyed reading your opinion. Well done!
ReplyDeleteGood job Gracie! Your piece of writing is so informative 👍. Keep up the good work!
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