Ceremonial hostess selected by the high chief called the Taupou performs a slow dance in front while 2-3 males represent ghosts who are trying to distract her from her dance
Samoan
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Males originally used the poi balls to strengthen their wrists for battle, but the females Incorporated the use of poi balls into their dance
Maori
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The dance movements are meant to be aggressive, show strength, unity, and electrify the atmosphere. It is disrespectful to laugh while performing this dance
The Haka
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The dance movements demonstrate joy and creativity with lots of energy and fast movements. The dances are often a celebration of family which is very important to the culture.
Samoan
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Power passes through the women in the culture. One of the dances is a ceremony after the birth of a child to honor the mother.
Palauan
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Where did Pacific islanders get tattoos on their bodies that show themes such as spirituality, knowledge, wisdom, and intuition?
Head
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Where did Pacific islanders get tattoos on their bodies representing moving forward, transformation and progress?
Legs and feet
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Where did Pacific islanders get tattoos on their bodies representing strength and bravery?
Upper arms and shoulders
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Where did Pacific islanders get tattoos if they were full of life’s energy and courage?
Lower Trunk
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Where did Pacific islanders get tattoos if they were a creative person?
Lower arms and hands
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For Pacific islanders getting a tattoo here showed themes such as generosity, sincerity, honor, and reconciliation.
Higher trunk
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What was the name of the weapon that was never used as a weapon?
Mata'a
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What island used porcupinefish as helmets?
Kiribati
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What was the paddle-shaped club that was used to break bones and cut flesh called?