Deep Time Australia
Define each term and give an example.
1. Primary Source,
2. Secondary Source
Primary Source: A source created at the time, about the time.
- Artefacts, diary entries, photographs, etc.
Secondary Source: A source created after the time about the time.
- Research papers, blogs, etc.
What is the name of the river that runs through Egypt?
The Nile
Define 'potable water'.
Water that is drinkable.
What is the most liveable city in the world in 2023?
Vienna, Austria
What is Ms Hunter's favourite colour?
Blue
How long have First Nations Peoples been in Australia according to historical evidence?
At least 65,000 years.
The ruler of Egypt is called what?
Pharaoh
What percentage of Earth's water is drinkable?
3%
What is the least liveable city in 2023?
Damascus, Syria
If Ms Hunter were an animal, what animal would she be?
*Based on the best possible answer*
Define 'Deep Time'.
The time period ranging from the formation of the Earth to when humans started recording events in words.
What type of religion was believed in by the Ancient Egyptians?
*Bonus point* Define the term.
Meaning: Many Gods.
How much of the Earth's surface is covered in water?
Maslow created a Hierarchy of Needs. What are some of the basic needs for survival? List 3
Air, Water, Shelter, Food, Sleep, Clothing
Who is Ms Hunter's favourite person?
Miss Emmerson
What is the 'Out of Africa' Theory
Early humans first evolved in Africa, and over 70,000 to 125,000 years travelled across the globe.
What are Hieroglyphics?
A form of writing involving pictographs used by the Ancient Egyptians.
What is the difference between a 'Renewable' and a 'Non-Renewable' resource? Give an example of each.
Renewable: A resource that is replenished at the same rate that it is used.
- Water,
- Trees, etc.
Non-Renewable: A resource that is finite and cannot be renewed.
- Oil
- Coal
Why might someone continue living in a dangerous place?
- money
- legacy
- lack of resources
- etc.
What is Ms Hunter's favourite subject to teach?
History
How did humans travel across continents during Early Human Migration?
Sea levels were at least 100 metres lower.
True or False?
Queen Cleopatra lived closer to the invention of the iPhone than the completion of the Great Pyramids of Giza.
True
How does a place 'run out' of fresh drinking water?
The use rate is higher than the renewable rate.
Name the different categories that determine the liveability of a city?
(1 point per correct answer)
Stability
Healthcare
Culture & Environment
Education
Infrastructure
What is Mr Ms Hunter's Name?
Justin