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In the 2023 New Zealand census, the number of individuals identifying with the European ethnic group exceeded 3.3 million.
Answer: True
The 2023 New Zealand census recorded 3,383,742 individuals identifying with the European ethnic group, confirming the figure exceeded 3.3 million.
Statistics New Zealand classifies ethnicity into six top-level groups, one of which is 'European'.
Answer: True
Statistics New Zealand's national classification standard delineates six top-level ethnic groups, with 'European' being one of them.
The 'New Zealand European' category does not include individuals of indirect European descent, such as Americans or Australians.
Answer: True
The 'New Zealand European' category specifically excludes individuals of indirect European descent, such as Americans or Australians, who are typically classified under 'Other European'.
In addition to British and Irish origins, German, Polish, and Scandinavian ancestries are noted among European New Zealanders.
Answer: True
Beyond the predominant British and Irish ancestries, European New Zealanders also trace their origins to Germany, Poland, Scandinavia, and other European nations.
The 'Other European' ethnic category primarily includes migrant European groups and individuals of indirect European descent, not solely those of direct European descent living in New Zealand.
Answer: True
The 'Other European' category encompasses migrant European ethnic groups and individuals with indirect European ancestry, such as those from the United States or Australia.
By the late 1850s, the European and Māori populations in New Zealand were roughly similar in size, with neither significantly outnumbering the other.
Answer: True
Demographic data from the late 1850s indicates that the European and Māori populations were approximately equal in size.
Greek New Zealanders began arriving in significant numbers between 1890 and 1914, not solely after World War II.
Answer: True
While migration from Greece continued post-WWII, significant arrivals commenced between 1890 and 1914.
The European New Zealand population increased by exactly 14.0% between the 2013 and 2023 censuses.
Answer: True
Census data indicates a precise increase of 14.0% in the European New Zealand population between the 2013 and 2023 censuses.
The median age of European New Zealanders in 2023 (41.7 years) was higher than the median age for New Zealand overall (38.1 years).
Answer: True
In 2023, the median age for European New Zealanders was 41.7 years, exceeding the national median age of 38.1 years.
The Waimakariri district had the highest concentration of European New Zealanders in the 2023 census.
Answer: True
Census data from 2023 confirms that the Waimakariri district recorded the highest concentration of European New Zealanders.
European New Zealanders formed a minority, not a majority, in the Auckland region according to the 2023 census.
Answer: True
In the 2023 census, European New Zealanders constituted 49.8% of the Auckland region's population, making them a minority.
The proportion of European New Zealanders in the total population has steadily decreased since the 1916 Census.
Answer: True
Historical census data indicates a gradual decline in the proportion of European New Zealanders within the overall population since 1916.
The 2006 census saw a decrease in the European population percentage partly because 'New Zealander' was accepted as a distinct ethnic response.
Answer: True
The 2006 census classified 'New Zealander' as a separate ethnic response, contributing to a statistical decrease in the reported European population percentage.
The 2013 census provided more detailed ethnic group data compared to previous censuses.
Answer: True
The 2013 census introduced greater granularity in reporting ethnic data, particularly within the European category.
In the 2013 census, 2,969,391 people identified as European, representing approximately 74.0% of the population.
Answer: True
The 2013 census data confirms that 2,969,391 individuals identified as European, constituting 74.0% of the total population.
The response 'New Zealander' in census data has not always been counted within the European category; it was classified separately in 2006.
Answer: True
In the 2006 census, 'New Zealander' was treated as a distinct ethnic response, impacting its classification relative to the European category.
Statistics New Zealand reviewed its ethnicity standard in 2009 primarily due to the debate surrounding the 'New Zealander' response, not solely changes in census methodology.
Answer: True
The review of the ethnicity standard in 2009 was significantly motivated by discussions surrounding the 'New Zealander' census response.
The abbreviation 'nec' in census tables means 'not elsewhere classified'.
Answer: True
In census data tables, 'nec' is an abbreviation signifying 'not elsewhere classified'.
According to the 2023 census, what percentage of New Zealand's total population identified as European?
Answer: 67.8%
The 2023 New Zealand census indicated that 67.8% of the total population identified as European.
Which of the following is a second-level ethnic group within the 'European' category as defined by Statistics New Zealand?
Answer: New Zealand European
Within the 'European' category defined by Statistics New Zealand, 'New Zealand European' is a second-level ethnic group.
Besides British and Irish origins, which other European ancestries are mentioned as present among European New Zealanders?
Answer: German, Polish, and Scandinavian
German, Polish, and Scandinavian ancestries are noted among European New Zealanders, in addition to British and Irish origins.
What does the 'Other European' ethnic category include according to Statistics New Zealand?
Answer: Individuals of indirect European descent, like Americans and Australians.
The 'Other European' category includes individuals of indirect European descent, such as Americans and Australians, as well as migrant European ethnic groups.
In the 2018 New Zealand census, what percentage of the population identified specifically as 'New Zealand European'?
Answer: 64%
In the 2018 census, 64% of the population identified specifically as 'New Zealand European'.
By the late 1850s, the European and Māori populations in New Zealand were:
Answer: Roughly similar in size.
By the late 1850s, the populations of Europeans and Māori in New Zealand were approximately equivalent.
Which European countries, besides Britain and Ireland, contributed smaller groups of settlers during the 19th century?
Answer: Germany, Scandinavia, and France
Germany, Scandinavia, and France were among the European countries, besides Britain and Ireland, that contributed settlers during the 19th century.
When did Greek New Zealanders first begin arriving in New Zealand?
Answer: Between 1890 and 1914
The initial significant arrival of Greek New Zealanders occurred between 1890 and 1914.
What was the percentage increase in the European New Zealand population between the 2013 and 2023 censuses?
Answer: 14.0%
The European New Zealand population experienced a 14.0% increase between the 2013 and 2023 censuses.
How did the median age of European New Zealanders (41.7 years) compare to the national median age (38.1 years) in the 2023 census?
Answer: It was higher.
The median age of European New Zealanders (41.7 years) was higher than the national median age (38.1 years) in the 2023 census.
In the 2023 census, which district had the highest concentration of European New Zealanders?
Answer: Waimakariri district
The Waimakariri district recorded the highest concentration of European New Zealanders in the 2023 census.
Which of the following districts had Europeans as a minority population in the 2023 census?
Answer: Wairoa
Wairoa was one of the districts where Europeans constituted a minority population in the 2023 census.
What trend has been observed regarding the proportion of European New Zealanders in the total population since the 1916 Census?
Answer: It has gradually decreased.
Since the 1916 Census, the proportion of European New Zealanders within the total population has shown a gradual decrease.
The apparent drop in the European population percentage in the 2006 census was largely attributed to:
Answer: The acceptance of 'New Zealander' as a distinct ethnic response.
The 2006 census's classification of 'New Zealander' as a separate ethnic response contributed significantly to the apparent decrease in the European population percentage.
How did the 2013 census improve the detail of ethnic group data compared to previous censuses?
Answer: By providing specific counts for various European ancestries like English, Dutch, and German.
The 2013 census enhanced ethnic data detail by providing specific counts for numerous European ancestries, such as English, Dutch, and German.
Captain James Cook was not the first European explorer to reach New Zealand; Abel Tasman arrived earlier.
Answer: True
Abel Tasman, a Dutch navigator, first reached New Zealand in 1642, predating the arrival of Captain James Cook in 1769.
Early European presence in New Zealand was primarily driven by opportunities in whaling and sealing, not agricultural pursuits.
Answer: True
The initial European activities in New Zealand focused on maritime resources such as whaling and sealing, rather than agriculture.
Missionaries and traders were among the first European settlers, establishing themselves primarily in the Bay of Islands, not the South Island.
Answer: True
The earliest significant European settlements, comprising missionaries and traders, were established in the Bay of Islands area in the North Island.
By 1830, the non-Māori population in New Zealand was estimated to be approximately 800 individuals, not over 5,000.
Answer: True
Estimates place the non-Māori population in New Zealand around 1830 at approximately 800 individuals, a figure significantly lower than 5,000.
Inter-tribal warfare and the absence of established law were significant risks, not minor, for Europeans settling in the late 1830s.
Answer: True
The late 1830s presented considerable risks for European settlers, including inter-tribal warfare and a lack of formal legal structures.
Missionaries in the late 1830s observed that Māori had largely suppressed cannibalism and nominally converted to Christianity.
Answer: True
Missionary accounts from the late 1830s document significant societal shifts among Māori, including nominal Christian conversion and the suppression of cannibalistic practices.
The journey for immigrant ships from Britain to New Zealand typically took approximately three and a half months, not six months.
Answer: True
The sea voyage for immigrant ships from Britain to New Zealand generally lasted around three and a half months.
Migrant ships like the Glentanner primarily carried essential goods such as coal and slate, not luxury goods, to New Zealand.
Answer: True
Migrant vessels typically transported essential commodities like coal and slate, rather than luxury items, to the colony.
The discovery of gold and availability of pastoral land made the South Island, not the North Island, a preferred settlement location for European migrants in the 1860s.
Answer: True
During the 1860s, the South Island's gold rushes and suitable pastoral lands attracted a greater number of European migrants compared to the North Island.
Who were the first two European explorers documented to have reached New Zealand?
Answer: Abel Tasman and James Cook
The first two European explorers documented to have reached New Zealand were Abel Tasman in 1642 and James Cook in 1769.
What primary economic activities attracted early Europeans to New Zealand?
Answer: Whaling and sealing
Early European interest in New Zealand was primarily driven by the lucrative activities of whaling and sealing.
Where did the first significant European settlers, such as missionaries and traders, primarily establish themselves?
Answer: The Bay of Islands
The initial significant European settlements, including those of missionaries and traders, were primarily established in the Bay of Islands.
What was the approximate non-Māori population in New Zealand by 1830?
Answer: Around 800
By 1830, the non-Māori population in New Zealand was estimated to be approximately 800 individuals.
Which of the following was NOT cited as a risk for Europeans settling in New Zealand in the late 1830s?
Answer: Widespread Māori resistance to trade
While inter-tribal warfare, violence against shipping, and lack of law were cited risks, widespread Māori resistance to trade was not presented as a primary risk in the provided text.
Missionaries observed significant societal changes among Māori in the late 1830s, including:
Answer: Nominal conversion to Christianity and suppression of cannibalism.
Missionaries noted nominal Christian conversion and the suppression of cannibalism among Māori in the late 1830s, alongside other societal shifts.
What was the typical duration of the sea journey from Britain to New Zealand for immigrant ships in the mid-19th century?
Answer: Approximately 3.5 months
The typical sea journey from Britain to New Zealand for immigrant ships in the mid-19th century lasted approximately three and a half months.
Which of the following goods was commonly carried on migrant ships like the Glentanner to New Zealand?
Answer: Coal and slate
Migrant ships commonly transported essential commodities such as coal and slate to New Zealand.
During the 1860s, European migrants were more inclined to settle in the South Island primarily due to:
Answer: Gold rushes and suitable land for pastoral farming.
The South Island's gold rushes and extensive pastoral land made it a primary destination for European migrants during the 1860s.
The Māori term 'Pākehā' is exclusively employed to denote New Zealanders of British descent.
Answer: False
The Māori term 'Pākehā' is used for New Zealanders of European descent, not exclusively for those of British descent. Its precise etymological origins remain a subject of scholarly discussion.
The term 'Pākehā Māori' described Europeans who integrated into Māori society, frequently through marriage alliances.
Answer: True
The designation 'Pākehā Māori' refers to Europeans who assimilated into Māori society, often solidifying these connections through marriage.
Statistics New Zealand removed the term 'Pākehā' from the census question after 1996 due to a 'significant adverse reaction', not positive public feedback.
Answer: True
Following the 1996 census, the term 'Pākehā' was removed from the ethnicity question due to a significant negative public response.
A 2013 University of Auckland study found that 'Pākehā' was not considered a derogatory term by most respondents, with the majority preferring other terms.
Answer: True
Research from 2013 indicated that 'Pākehā' was not widely perceived as derogatory, and most respondents favoured alternative self-identifiers like 'New Zealander' or 'New Zealand European'.
The term 'Palagi' is not a Māori word; it originates from the Samoan language and is used to refer to Europeans.
Answer: True
'Palagi' originates from Samoan and is used in New Zealand, particularly by Pacific Islanders, to refer to Europeans, analogous to 'Pākehā'.
Until 1974, New Zealand passports identified nationals as 'British Subject and New Zealand Citizen', not solely as 'New Zealand Citizen'.
Answer: True
Prior to 1974, New Zealand passports carried the designation 'British Subject and New Zealand Citizen', reflecting historical ties to the United Kingdom.
Historian Colin James referred to 'we ex-British New Zealanders' in a 2005 speech, indicating a shift in identity away from purely British affiliation.
Answer: True
Colin James's 2005 reference to 'ex-British New Zealanders' highlighted an evolving sense of national identity among some European New Zealanders.
Historian Fiona Barker noted that New Zealanders aspired for their country to be recognized as the 'Britain of the South'.
Answer: True
Fiona Barker's research indicates that New Zealanders held aspirations for their nation to be perceived as the 'Britain of the South'.
Michael King conceptualized Pākehā as New Zealand's 'second indigenous' culture, not its first.
Answer: True
Historian Michael King proposed the concept of Pākehā as New Zealand's 'second indigenous' culture, distinguishing it from the primary indigenous Māori culture.
What Māori term is employed to refer to New Zealanders of European descent?
Answer: Pākehā
The Māori term 'Pākehā' is employed to refer to New Zealanders of European descent.
What was the reaction to the inclusion of 'New Zealand European (Pākehā)' in the 1996 census ethnicity question?
Answer: It received a 'significant adverse reaction' leading to its removal.
The inclusion of 'New Zealand European (Pākehā)' in the 1996 census elicited a significant adverse reaction, resulting in its subsequent removal.
A 2013 University of Auckland study found that most respondents preferred which term to describe themselves over 'Pākehā'?
Answer: New Zealander or New Zealand European
A 2013 study indicated that the majority of respondents preferred terms like 'New Zealander' or 'New Zealand European' over 'Pākehā' for self-description.
The term 'Palagi,' used similarly to 'Pākehā,' originates from which language?
Answer: Samoan
The term 'Palagi,' used analogously to 'Pākehā,' originates from the Samoan language.
Until 1974, New Zealand passports identified nationals with which dual status?
Answer: British Subject and New Zealand Citizen
Until 1974, New Zealand passports designated nationals as 'British Subject and New Zealand Citizen'.
Historian Michael King described Pākehā identity in New Zealand as:
Answer: New Zealand's 'second indigenous' culture.
Michael King conceptualized Pākehā identity as New Zealand's 'second indigenous' culture.
The signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 was significantly influenced by French colonial ambitions and the land acquisition activities of the New Zealand Company.
Answer: True
French colonial plans and the New Zealand Company's land purchases were key factors prompting the British Crown's engagement, leading to the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840.
Prime Minister Julius Vogel's policies in the 1870s involved borrowing funds to finance infrastructure projects and thereby encourage migration.
Answer: True
Julius Vogel's administration utilized borrowed funds to finance extensive infrastructure development, which in turn stimulated European migration.
The majority of individuals recognized as national founders of New Zealand had British ancestry, not predominantly Māori ancestry.
Answer: True
Key figures in New Zealand's founding were predominantly of British descent, rather than Māori.
James Busby drafted the Declaration of the Independence of New Zealand and co-authored the Treaty of Waitangi.
Answer: True
James Busby played a crucial role in drafting the Declaration of Independence and co-authoring the Treaty of Waitangi.
Captain William Hobson was the first governor of New Zealand, not the second.
Answer: True
Captain William Hobson served as the inaugural governor of New Zealand.
Henry Sewell, of English parentage, served as the first Prime Minister of New Zealand.
Answer: True
Henry Sewell, whose parents were English, holds the distinction of being New Zealand's first Prime Minister.
Not all Prime Ministers of New Zealand mentioned in the text had exclusively British or Irish ancestry; some had German, Jewish, or Austrian-Jewish heritage.
Answer: True
While many Prime Ministers had British or Irish ancestry, the text notes exceptions including German, European Jewish, and Austrian-Jewish heritage.
David Lange is mentioned as having German ancestors among New Zealand Prime Ministers.
Answer: True
David Lange is cited as an example of a New Zealand Prime Minister with German ancestral origins.
What key events in 1839-1840 prompted the British Crown to take action regarding New Zealand?
Answer: The establishment of French and New Zealand Company settlements.
The prospect of French settlement and the New Zealand Company's land activities in 1839-1840 were pivotal in prompting British Crown intervention.
Prime Minister Julius Vogel's policies in the 1870s aimed to stimulate migration by:
Answer: Funding large-scale infrastructure projects.
Julius Vogel's policies focused on funding major infrastructure projects to stimulate economic growth and encourage immigration.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a national founder of New Zealand with predominantly British ancestry?
Answer: Julius Vogel
While James Busby, William Hobson, and Henry Sewell are listed as national founders with predominantly British ancestry, Julius Vogel is noted for his European Jewish heritage and his role in later development.
New Zealand English diverged from British English not because colonists spoke only one dialect, but due to the amalgamation of various dialects and the development of new patterns by subsequent generations.
Answer: True
The divergence of New Zealand English from British English resulted from the interaction of diverse colonial dialects and the subsequent linguistic innovations of later generations.
Differences in New Zealand English encompass variations in vocabulary, accent, pronunciation, register, grammar, and spelling.
Answer: True
New Zealand English is distinguished by unique variations across its lexicon, accent, pronunciation, register, grammar, and orthography.
The name 'New Zealand' was originally given by Dutch cartographers as 'Nova Zeelandia', not by British explorers.
Answer: True
The name 'New Zealand' derives from the Dutch 'Nova Zeelandia,' bestowed by cartographers, and was later anglicised by James Cook.
Auckland is named after George Eden, the Earl of Auckland.
Answer: True
The city and region of Auckland are named in honour of George Eden, the Earl of Auckland.
The name 'Dunedin' is derived from the Scottish Gaelic name for Edinburgh ('Dùn Èideann'), not the English name.
Answer: True
'Dunedin' originates from 'Dùn Èideann,' the Scottish Gaelic term for Edinburgh, reflecting the city's Scottish heritage.
The name 'Christchurch' is commonly accepted to be named in honour of Christ Church at Oxford University.
Answer: True
The most widely accepted origin for the name 'Christchurch' is its dedication to Christ Church at Oxford University.
The name 'Nova Zeelandia' was given to honour the Dutch province of Zeeland.
Answer: True
The name 'Nova Zeelandia' was adopted by Dutch cartographers to honour Zeeland, a province within the Netherlands.
What is the Scottish Gaelic name for Edinburgh, which also serves as the origin for the New Zealand city name 'Dunedin'?
Answer: Dùn Èideann
The Scottish Gaelic name for Edinburgh, 'Dùn Èideann,' is the origin of the New Zealand city name 'Dunedin'.
The name 'New Zealand' was anglicised from 'Nova Zeelandia' by which explorer?
Answer: Captain James Cook
Captain James Cook anglicised the Dutch name 'Nova Zeelandia' to 'New Zealand' during his voyages.
New Zealand's culture is shaped by Western traditions, Polynesian influences, and its unique geography, not solely by Polynesian influences and geography.
Answer: True
New Zealand's culture is a complex synthesis, influenced by Western traditions, Māori and Pacific heritage, and its distinct geography.
The English language, common law system, and Westminster government are key elements of Anglo-Celtic heritage evident in New Zealand.
Answer: True
The prevalence of the English language, the common law system, and the Westminster parliamentary model are significant indicators of Anglo-Celtic heritage in New Zealand.
'Kiwiana' is a term used to describe New Zealand kitsch and marketing symbols, such as the Chesdale Cheese men.
Answer: True
The term 'Kiwiana' appropriately categorizes items of New Zealand kitsch and popular culture, exemplified by symbols like the Chesdale Cheese men.
Thomas Bracken wrote the lyrics for 'God Defend New Zealand', one of New Zealand's national anthems, not 'God Save the King/Queen'.
Answer: True
Thomas Bracken authored the lyrics for 'God Defend New Zealand,' which serves as one of New Zealand's national anthems.
'God Defend New Zealand' is not the sole official national anthem of New Zealand; 'God Save the King/Queen' shares co-equal status.
Answer: True
Both 'God Defend New Zealand' and 'God Save the King/Queen' hold official status as New Zealand's national anthems.
The original conceptual design for the Beehive building was provided by Sir Basil Spence, not Fergus Sheppard.
Answer: True
Sir Basil Spence created the initial conceptual design for the Beehive building; Fergus Sheppard was involved in the detailed architectural design.
Dark basalt blocks and cream-coloured Oamaru stone are noted materials for late 19th-century buildings in Dunedin and Christchurch.
Answer: True
The distinctive architecture of Dunedin and Christchurch from the late 19th century often features dark basalt blocks combined with cream-coloured Oamaru stone.
Beef, lamb, pork, and cheese were introduced to New Zealand cuisine by European settlers.
Answer: True
European settlers introduced staple meats like beef, lamb, and pork, along with dairy products such as cheese, significantly influencing New Zealand's culinary landscape.
The architectural style in Dunedin and Christchurch often uses dark basalt blocks with cream-coloured Oamaru stone facings, not the reverse.
Answer: True
The characteristic architectural style in Dunedin and Christchurch typically employs dark basalt blocks complemented by Oamaru stone facings.
The distinctive architectural style in Dunedin and Christchurch often uses dark basalt blocks combined with:
Answer: Oamaru stone
The distinctive architectural style in Dunedin and Christchurch frequently combines dark basalt blocks with cream-coloured Oamaru stone.
Which of the following foods was NOT listed as introduced by European settlers?
Answer: Boil up
While lamb, cheese, and potatoes were introduced by European settlers, 'Boil up' is traditionally a Māori dish, despite being listed in the source text as European introduced.