1.Explain the link between the legend of rahui and the game of Kī o Rahi.
The legend of Rahui is about a leader who helped restore balance by placing temporary rules, called rāhui, to protect resources and allow them to grow back. This shows the Māori value of caring for the land and maintaining harmony with nature.
Kī o Rahi, a traditional Māori ball game, reflects these same ideas. The game focuses on teamwork, strategy, and respect for sacred spaces, emphasizing the importance of balance between the physical and spiritual worlds. Both the legend and the game highlight the need to protect the land and its resources.
2.What values are expressed in the game?
The ki o Rahi is a strategy type game which includes fair play,and patience. people playing must think ahead, adapt quickly,and often work together enhancing focus and teamwork.
Ki o Rahi also shows cultural traditions,such as respect for heritage while teaching values like fairness and such as resilience and respect for others.
3.Take one value from the game and explain how it is linked to the origin story.
key value in Ki o Rahi is manaakitanga which means hospitality, care, and respect for others. In the game, this value is reflected in how players show respect for each other, whether through fair play or supporting teammates, emphasizing the importance of looking after one another both on and off the field.