1. Contemporary Traditional Maori Culture , part 1 "Who are the Maori" By: Dayana De La Rosa 1-12-12 Per 6 Source: Mr . Ruben Meza , 2012

2. The Maori are an indigenous culture of New Zealand.

3. New Zealand is a large island in the south pacific Ocean off the south east coast of Australia.

4. Some contemporary Maori are traditional , some live non-traditional , modern lives.

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.

7. Traditional Maori culture is truly amazing theres so many interesting things .

8. Sadly, like other conquered indigenous peoples , many Maori struggle with poverty , alcoholism and drug abuse.