Deep Time - Adapting to arid landscapes

What did places like Lake Mungo become over time?

• Forests

• Arid and dry

• Oceans

• Mountains

How did the First Nations Australians demonstrate their knowledge of seasonal changes?

• By constructing permanent shelters

• By aligning their movements with water availability

• By mastering the art of navigation

• By creating intricate artworks

What type of food is depicted in the artwork "Lake Mungo People"?

• Fish

• Bread

• Rice

• Pasta

How did Aboriginal Australians adapt during the last Ice Age?

• By moving to desert areas, such as along rivers

• By staying in one place

• By moving to well-watered areas

• By abandoning all water sources

What does the term "sustainable" mean in the context of ancient Aboriginal adaptation?

• Temporary and short-term

• Able to continue over a period of time

• Quick and immediate

• Unstable and unreliable

What adaptation strategy did Aboriginal Australians use during climate extremes?

• Ignoring the changes

• Moving to well-watered areas

• Building large cities

• Abandoning agriculture

What resources were scarce in the harsh landscape during the ice age?

• Water and wildlife

• Advanced tools

• Safe havens

• Nourishment and healthcare

What percentage of the Australian continent is believed to have been temporarily abandoned during the last Ice Age?

• 20%

• 50%

• 80%

• 100%

How did First Nations Australians respond to the drying of landscapes like Lake Mungo?

• They abandoned the area permanently

• They built permanent settlements with irrigation systems

• They maintained a seasonal presence, returning when water was available

• They moved to other continents in search of better land

What major climate event occurred approximately 20,000 years ago?

• The beginning of modern climate change

• A major volcanic eruption that altered weather patterns

• An Ice Age that caused temperatures to drop by 10ºC

• A sudden rise in sea levels