Country & Place
What does “Country” mean for Aboriginal peoples?
Land, water, sky, and spirit, all connected.
What are Dreaming stories about?
Creation, law, and connections to Country
Who was Tutankhamun?
A boy king of Egypt (ruled c.1332–1323 BCE) made famous when his tomb was discovered.
What did most farmers grow in Ancient Egypt?
Wheat and barley.
How long have Aboriginal peoples lived in Australia?
Over 60,000 years.
How did Aboriginal peoples find food?
Hunting, fishing, and gathering plants.
What is a totem?
An animal, plant, or natural element linked to a person or group, guiding identity and responsibilities.
What was the role of a Pharaoh?
To rule Egypt as both king and god, maintaining order
What did scribes do?
Wrote and kept records using hieroglyphics.
What river is Ancient Egypt built around?
The Nile
What river system is important in south-east Australia?
The Murray
How were stories passed down?
Through speaking, song, dance, and art
Which female Pharaoh famously ruled Egypt?
Cleopatra
What was papyrus used for?
To make paper for writing
Why were pyramids important?
They were tombs for Pharaohs to prepare for the afterlife
What did fire-stick farming do?
Cleared land and helped plants and animals grow.
Who are Elders?
Community leaders and knowledge holders
Why was the Nile so important to Pharaohs' power?
It provided fertile land, food, trade routes, and wealth for the state.
What kind of houses did ordinary Egyptians live in?
Mudbrick houses
What is “Ma’at”?
The idea of truth, balance, and order that Pharaohs had to protect
What does it mean to say Aboriginal peoples are the world’s oldest continuous culture?
They have lived on and cared for Country for over 60,000 years without interruption
Why is oral history important?
It shares laws, traditions, and history without writing.
What does the term “divine kingship” mean?
The belief that Pharaohs were gods on Earth, chosen by the gods to rule.
What rights did women have in Ancient Egypt that were unusual for the time?
They could own property, run businesses, and inherit wealth.
Why is it important to listen to Elders?
They pass on knowledge, culture, and laws