What are the 3 characteristics of the NZ flag and what do they mean?
Dark Blue Color - sea and the Sky. The 4 stars - Southern Cross start constellation, the Union flag - British settlement in NZ
This City used to be the capital of NZ for 25 years from 1842-1865
Auckland
The hinged cover that rests over the engine bay of a car (known as the "hood" in the US).
Bonnet
What are the 3 main languages used in NZ?
NZ English, Maori & NZ Sign Language
These are exterior walls that hold land in position to prevent slippage, weather, erosion and other moments that can occur to land.
Retaining walls
This is like an outside lift providing access from the street level to the home, where the home is built on a steep hill with restricted pedestrian access.
Cable car
Wellington is home to the parliament building called _________. Legend has it that it was designed on the back of a napkin as a joke.
The Beehive
________ are larger vehicles that can handle off-road conditions, though many are used primarily on-road. They have a higher ground clearance and often come with all-wheel or four-wheel drive.
SUV
The metal or plastic plate attached to a vehicle, displaying its registration number (known as "license plate" in the US).
Number Plate (Re- joh)
This holiday is being celebrated every 6th of February to honour the treaty that gave Maoris equal rights as the British citizens
Waitangi Day
A _________is a car with a separate compartment for the engine, passengers, and cargo. It usually has four doors and a traditional trunk.
Sedan
A __________ is a two-door car with a fixed roof, often sporty in nature. They usually have a sleek design and focus on performance.
Coupe
This is the traditional Māori greeting in New Zealand. It is done by pressing one's nose and forehead (at the same time) to another person at an encounter
Hongi
The enclosed space at the rear of a car used for storage (known as the "trunk" in the US).
Boot
This city is where much of the production of kiwifruit in New Zealand occurs.
Tauranga
A _______has 2 wheels with an engine capacity of no more than 50cc or an alternative power source, such as electricity.
Moped
What is the Capital of New Zealand?
Wellington
_______ is NZ's national plant. It represents prosperity and has been adapted by all NZ sports team as an insignia worn on their uniforms.
Silver Fern
The front window of the car, providing visibility for the driver (known as the "windshield" in the US).
Windscreen
This city is a leading light in agriculture research. It is an educational centre of New Zealand and is known for its Massey University. It is also known for its colloquial name, "Palmy"
Palmerston North
_______are four-wheelers and fall under the “ATV” family. These are generally used as farm bikes or to carry bigger loads.
Quad Bikes
Vehicle with a cargo tray in the rear, similar to a pickup truck. These are popular for both personal and commercial use.
UTE (Utility Vehicle)
This city is also known as "Garden City" owing to its large botanic gardens and central park. It was the location of one of the deadliest natural disasters in the country’s history – the February 2011 earthquake
Christchurch
A ____is a car with a roof that can be folded down or removed, allowing for open-air driving. They are typically two-door vehicles.
Convertible
He is the first European to circumnavigate New Zealand
Captain James Cook
________ are high-end vehicles that offer superior comfort, features, and performance. They are typically more expensive than other types of cars.
Luxury Car
_____________ is the national bird of NZ. It was also adapted as a common name to refer to New Zealanders after WW1
Kiwi
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