Oceania & Pacific Independence Day Revelations: From Samoa's New Beginnings to Vanuatu's Freedom

Independence Days

This week's news from Oceania and the Pacific highlights upcoming Independence Day celebrations, national themes, and historical reflections, with a focus on Samoa, Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Kiribati, Tuvalu, and Papua New Guinea.

Oceania Pacific Islands Independence Day Samoa Fiji Vanuatu

15 Questions Hard Ages 5+ Jul 4, 2026

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This study set covers Independence Days through 15 practice questions. This week's news from Oceania and the Pacific highlights upcoming Independence Day celebrations, national themes, and historical reflections, with a focus on Samoa, Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Kiribati, Tuvalu, and Papua New Guinea. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.

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1 Samoa's 64th Independence Day celebrations in 2026 are themed around "Samoa united for a new beginning." What was the specific purpose highlighted for this year's theme?

A To commemorate the nation's modern technological advancements.
B To remember the hard work and struggles of Samoa's forebears in securing independence.
C To focus on strengthening economic ties with neighboring island nations.
D To celebrate the success of recent cultural exchange programs.

2 The revival of which traditional sporting event is a key highlight planned for Samoa's 64th Independence Day celebrations in June 2026?

A Kilikiti (Samoan Cricket)
B Fautasi (long-boat) races
C Samoan traditional wrestling
D Kava drinking competitions

3 Fiji Day, celebrated annually on October 10, culminates Fiji Week. What historical event does this week-long period commemorate?

A The signing of the first trade agreement with Australia.
B The establishment of the Fijian Parliament.
C The anniversary of Fiji's independence from British rule.
D The discovery of the islands by European explorers.

4 Vanuatu's Independence Day, celebrated on July 30th, marks its liberation from the joint rule of which two European powers?

A Spain and Portugal
B France and the United Kingdom
C Germany and the Netherlands
D Britain and Australia

5 The Solomon Islands Independence Day is celebrated on July 7th, commemorating the nation's independence from British rule in which year?

A 1968
B 1978
C 1988
D 1998

6 Kiribati Independence Day is celebrated on July 12th, marking its independence from which former colonial power in 1979?

A Australia
B New Zealand
C The United Kingdom
D France

7 Papua New Guinea's Independence Day is observed on September 16th, commemorating independence from which country in 1975?

A The United Kingdom
B Australia
C New Zealand
D Indonesia

8 Tuvalu celebrates its Independence Day on October 1st, marking its independence from Great Britain in 1978. What was Tuvalu formerly known as?

A The Gilbert Islands
B The New Hebrides
C The Ellice Islands
D The Fiji Islands

9 In 2026, American Samoa will host the final official America 250 celebration on Independence Day (July 4th) with a massive drone and pyrotechnic show. What is a unique aspect of this celebration due to the island's time zone?

A It will be the first in the world to celebrate the 4th of July.
B It will be the last official America 250 celebration across all U.S. states and territories on Independence Day 2026.
C It will feature a drone show that spells out the names of all participating U.S. territories.
D It will be the only celebration with live musical performances from all 50 states.

10 Australia's public holiday calendar for 2026 includes various state-specific observances. In Queensland, which event, often called 'Ekka', is celebrated on Wednesday, August 12th in the Brisbane area?

A Queensland Day
B Royal Queensland Show
C Gold Coast Show
D Cairns Show

11 New Zealand observes Matariki, a celebration of the Māori New Year. In 2026, on what date is Matariki scheduled?

A June 1st
B July 10th
C August 1st
D September 1st

12 The Solomon Islands gained independence on July 7th, 1978. What was the name of the first prime minister of the Solomon Islands after independence?

A Matthew Wale
B Jeremiah Manele
C Peter Kenilorea
D Alvaro de Mendaña

13 Vanuatu's Independence Day celebrations often include traditional dancing, military parades, and the drinking of which traditional beverage?

A Coconut water
B Kava
C Fiji Bitter beer
D Taro juice

14 Samoa's Independence Day preparations for 2026 included a public competition to select the theme and emblem. How many entries were received for this competition?

A 5
B 11
C 20
D 50

15 The nation of Tuvalu is recognized for its unique approach to sovereignty in the face of climate change. What significant constitutional amendment did Tuvalu make in 2023 regarding its statehood?

A It declared itself a republic.
B It amended its constitution to declare its statehood and maritime zones as permanent, regardless of physical territory.
C It established a digital nation within its borders.
D It formed a military alliance with Australia and New Zealand.

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