Question

in \the maori: genealogies and origins in new zealand,\ which evidence best helps the reader infer that the maori people live in a difficult climate?
○ as tū’s descendants, the maori can conquer anything.
○ as tū’s descendants, the maori must attack nature.
○ since tawhiri escaped, the maori often battle the weather.
○ since tawhiri escaped, the maori regularly have to hunt for him.

Explanation:

The question asks for evidence that the Maori live in a difficult climate.

• The first two options focus on conquering/attacking nature, which does not directly relate to climate challenges.
• The fourth option refers to hunting Tawhiri, which is not tied to climate.
• The third option states the Maori often battle the weather, which directly indicates a difficult climate.

Answer:

C. Since Tawhiri escaped, the Maori often battle the weather.