1) Name two situations where Koro ignored signs of Pai’s ability and aptitude to lead.
There was a time when he was having trouble with a rope so she tried it and did it with little effort. He could have asked her for her help but figured she couldnt be able to do it if he couldnt. He also doesnt like her doing things that are related to gender, like attend a school and play games with the boys. He doesnt see it fit for her to do so because she is female.
2) Discuss the scene where Rawiri took up the taiaha again. How does this change carry on for Rawiri in the rest of the story?
Before he had not told everyone that he did taiaha. He then confesses and begins to do it agian. This changes him becasue he starts to teach Pai how to do it. It shows that he is confident and wants to teach others even though some disagree with it.
3) When the community walk away together, Paikea comes from behind them and walks alone back towards the bigwhale. What did that image make you think about Paikea?
just that she wanted to help the whale. She didnt want to give up on the creature.
4) When Pai is in the hospital how do they know Koro has changed his attitude towards her?
Because he tells her while she is laying in the hospital bed. He probably was thinking she was hurt and unconcious so he tells her he is sorry.
5) What is the significance of the waka? Describe the waka scene that struck you most, and explain why.
The boat waka has significance because it is something that Koro had been biulding. It represents spirituality because of the scene at night when they were calling to the whales. it was really deep and the whales responded back. it was like Pai was a part of them and could communicate with them. The large whale had also let her ride on its back. She had got the whale to move without any effort.