Polynesian expansion

An artistic representation of Polynesian double-hulled canoes navigating the vast Pacific Ocean, surrounded by various islands and cultural symbols significant to Polynesian heritage.

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Test your knowledge on the fascinating history of Polynesian expansion across the Pacific Ocean! This quiz will challenge you with questions about the early settlers, their ships, and unique cultures.

  • 10 engaging questions
  • Multiple choice and checkbox formats
  • Learn about the rich heritage of Polynesia
10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by SailingWave202
Polynesians expanded across the Pacific Ocean.
True
False
First Polynesian settlements are now called Samoa.
True
False
3. Polynesian Expansion took place millions of years ago.
True
False
Double Hulled Canoes are still used by Polynesians to this day.
True
False
Multiple Distinct Cultures exist within Polynesia
True
False
Which of these islands were settled first?
Hawai’i
Rapa Nui
Aotearoa
Melanesia
One theory centred around Polynesia’s Origins stated they were part of a Taiwanese migration wave, what was it called?
Express Train Hypothesis
Slow Boat Hypothesis
South American Hypothesis
Austronesian Hypothesis
Which development in Polynesia allowed them to settle more islands?
Double-Hulled Canoe
Multiple Cultures
Canon
Tattooing
What Polynesian settlement suffered from environmental problems (700 CE)?
Hawai’i
Rapa Nui
Aotearoa
Melanesia
What language family are the Polynesians a part of?
Afroasiatic
Austronesian
Indo-European
Niger-Congo
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