Deep Time Revision Notes Quiz

What significant environmental change affected First Nations Australians between 18,000 and 7,000 years ago?

• Rising sea levels

• Earthquakes

• Droughts

• Hurricanes

What happened to the land bridge connecting mainland Australia to Tasmania?

• It was built into a highway

• It disappeared beneath the waves

• It became a desert

• It turned into a mountain range

What are ancient sacred sites linked to?

• Modern technology

• Creation stories and spiritual beliefs

• Political history

• Economic systems

What has happened to the Australian coastline over the past 35,000 years?

• It has expanded

• It has receded

• It has remained unchanged

• It has become mountainous

Why are ancient Australian heritage sites important?

• They are popular tourist attractions.

• They show the culture and traditions of First Nations Peoples.

• They are modern architectural wonders.

• They are used for scientific experiments.

How was ancient technology used at Budj Bim?

• To build large stone monuments.

• To create aquaculture systems for catching eels.

• To develop early forms of writing.

• To construct defensive walls.

How did early First Nations Australians adapt to climate change?

• By migrating to other continents.

• By building large cities.

• By moving inland and finding new food sources.

• By developing advanced weaponry.

Why is Lake Mungo an important ancient site?

• It is a popular fishing spot.

• It contains the oldest human remains in Australia.

• It is a modern cultural center.

• It is a site for astronomical observations.

What is a primary source?

• A source made after the time period being investigated.

• A source made during the time period being investigated.

• A fictional account of historical events.

• A modern interpretation of ancient texts.

What is a secondary source?

• A source made during the time period being investigated.

• A source made after the time period being investigated.

• A source that is fictional.

• A source that is a direct artifact.