Pai leads all of the other children in the ancient songs, her and her grandmother also do this in preparation to eat. Pai also skillfully beats her boy friend with the taiaha, though she is scolded for it.
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?
Rawiri becomes a changed man who is willing to follow his father and continue his past traditions. He tries to get back in shape by running, he assists his father in the training of the boy chiefs, and he lives his life in a much more motivated way.
3) When the community walk away together, Paikea comes from behind them and walks alone back towards the big
whale. What did that image make you think about Paikea?
whale. What did that image make you think about Paikea?
It made me think that in some way Paikea stood alone; she had some quality that separated her from everyone else in the tribe. Also it was as if her and the whale really belonged together.
4) When Pai is in the hospital how do they know Koro has changed his attitude towards her?
Koro calls her, "wise leader," and apologizes for being lost in the old times and not recognizing the leader all along. He is full of grief and you can really tell he know knows the truth.
5) What is the significance of the waka? Describe the waka scene that struck you most, and explain why.
I believe the waka symbolizes the spirit and energy of the people, if I am correct in the fact that the waka is the boat. The very last scene, when the majority of the men worked together by Pai's commands, showed the unity and strength of the newly awakened people.
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