M3.5.9 – Viewpoints regarding Treaty

Although there appeared to be a great deal of agreement about the Treaty in 1840, it soon became apparent that there wasn’t.  Before looking at the consequences of those differences, here is an activity to review some of the differences between Hapū and the Crown or Settlers. 

Alternate approach to 3.5.9 H5P activity

Topic area

Hapū / Māori

Crown / Settler

Relationship between the DoI and the Treaty?
Relationship created between the Crown and the Chiefs?
Views on the importance of the physical document?
The resulting relevance and application of British law?
Who was considered to have ultimate authority?
Implications for land sales?
Implications for control of and access to land
Implications for the culture and customs of Aotearoa?