More Related Content Similar to The maori background (20) The maori background1. Contemporary Traditional Maori Culture, part1 "Who are the Maori?" By Shu Guan, 01-12-2012, Period 4, Culture and Grography Source: Mr.Ruben Meza, 2012 3. New Zealand is a large island in the South Pacific Ocean off the south east coast of Australia. 5. One tradition of the Maori culture is the Haka war dance. The dance however is now performed for ceremonial purposes,not war. 6. Another tradition of the Maori is Ta moko:tattooing or painting the face and body with dark arching patterns. 8. Sadly, like other conquered indigenous peoples, many Maori struggle with poverty, alcoholism and drug abuse.