1. Flagstaff Hill, where the Nga Puhi chief Hone Heke repeatedly cut down a mast flying the British flag, overlooks what town?
  2. From what ancient language do we get the words hierarchy, monarchy and oligarchy?
  3. What 1960s female singer collaborated with British pop duo the Pet Shop Boys on the 1987 hit What Have I Done to Deserve This?
  4. A horologist makes and repairs what?
  5. What is the common origin of the expressions “heavy hitter”, “step up to the plate” and “out of left field”?
  6. Does a corncrake have flowers, feathers or fur?
  7. What high-profile government department has a Maori name that translates as “the weaving of wellness”?
  8. What species of bear has the Latin name Ursus maritimus?
  9. What was the name of the title character in a 2000 British film about a working-class boy with a passion for ballet?
  10. What word can precede trade, market and will?

 














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ANSWERS: 1. Russell; 2. Greek; 3. Dusty Springfield; 4. Clocks and watches; 5. Baseball; 6. Feathers; 7. Health New Zealand (Te Whatu Ora); 8. The polar bear; 9. Billy Elliot; 10. Free.