Parihaka
What is the main message of this song?
It is basically telling you to fight for your rights but in a non-violent peaceful way. This song is also talking about how parihaka fought for their rights with peaceful protest.
What line explains their passive resistance method?
I know Te Whiti will never be defeated,
And even at the darkest hour,
His presence will remain.
I'll sing to you the song of Parihaka.
What does 'You can't pull out the roots refer' to?
This refers to when the people tried to take their land and their culture away to (their roots). No matter what happens don't let anyone take away who you are.
Give evidence of their determination:
Rise up, defend yourself, never give in,
How does this song show the significance of parihaka?
This song basically sings about the things that the parihaka people did and how they are here today. It talks about their protest and the trials and challenges that they went through.
What makes an event significant?
When it is so powerful that the whole world admires it and makes it a memorable day.
How many people are affected?
A lot of people
To what extent are people affected?
To the point that they need to be remembered and admire it. This basically means that they want to be known for what has happened and think that it should be happening worldwide.
Prior to the establishment of literacy teachings in the islands, Pacific islanders remember significant events through songs and storytelling being passed down over generations. Now people can document them in paper or as an audio video record. However I think we should continue the old ways as well as the new to keep the memory of such significant events alive. Songs and stories can inspire people. Keep up the good work dear nephew.
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