What was the Treaty of Waitangi? When was it signed? When is New Zealand National Day?
【正确答案】：(1) The Treaty of Waitangi is a treaty signed between the British government and the Maori chiefs. It has three articles. Under the first article, the Maori gave the Queen of England the right to make laws for the country. The second article promised the Maori full exclusive undisturbed possession over their lands, forests, fisheries and other treasured possessions. If Maori owners wanted to sell land, only the Crown had the right to buy. Under the third article, the Maori were granted all the rights and privileges of British subjects.
(2) The treaty was signed in 1840.
(3) February 6, is celebrated as New Zealand National Day, Waitangi Day, and is a national holiday in New Zealand.
【题目解析】：
参见教材P315。
