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What does the Hawaiian word 'aina mean?

'Aina means "land". For the native Hawaiians and local people, living close to the land and treating it with respect is very important.

What is the name of the palace where King David Kalakaua and Queen Lilioukalani, the last king and queen of Hawaii , lived?

'Iolani Palace

flower lei

- given to people on special occasions such as birthdays, weddings, graduations

What does Hawaii's flag look like?

- has 8 stripes to represent the eight islands - flag of Great Britain in the corner represents the friendship between Hawaii and Great Britain

What is slack key guitar?

- the six strings are loosened or "slackened" to produce an open chord when strummed

What is a hukilau?

A traditional Hawaiian way of fishing using a large net pulled by many people.

What does the Hawaiian word "aloha" mean?

Aloha means "love"! - also "hello", "goodbye"

Who was King David Kalakaua?

Hawaii's last king, he was known as the "Merrie Monarch" because he was so cheerful.

Who was Queen Lilioukalani?

Hawaii's last queen, she was imprisoned in her own palace for 8 months in 1895. During this time, the American government took control of Hawaii.

What are 3 commonly grown crops in Hawaii?

Pineapple, coffee, sugar cane

What is "hula kahiko"?

The traditional form of hula practiced by the ancient native Hawaiians. This type of hula used traditional instruments such as the pahu drum and the ipu as well as mele.

What is "hula 'auana"?

This modern form of hula incorporates non-traditional instruments such as ukulele, double bass, and slack key guitar.

What is a mele?

a mele is a traditional Hawaiian song or chant

What is an 'ama'ama?

a type of fish found in Hawaii (striped mullet)

What do you call a traditional Hawaiian instrument made out of a gourd?

an ipu

What do you call traditional Hawaiian dance?

hula

What is the name for a double-sided traditional Hawaiian instrument made out of two gourds?

ipu heke

What is the small stringed instrument brought to Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants?

ukulele ("jumping flea")


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