Arrival
About how many years ago did humans reach Australia?
About 50,000 years ago
Name one type of environment in Australia.
Desert, forest, or coast
What did early Australians use fire for?
To clear land, hunt, and manage the environment
Name one animal they hunted.
Kangaroo, wallaby, or bird
Were early Australians nomadic or settled in one place?
Nomadic
From where did humans migrate to Australia?
From Southeast Asia
What was the most important resource to find in dry areas?
Water
What is the name for this fire practice?
Fire-stick farming
Besides hunting, how else did they get food?
Fishing and gathering shellfish
How did they pass down knowledge and survival skills?
Through storytelling
What skill made their journey special?
They were among the earliest seafarers
How did people survive harsh climates?
By becoming skilled at finding seasonal food and water
Why did burning land help attract animals?
New plants grew, and animals came to eat them
What tool is famous for hunting and sometimes returns when thrown?
Boomerang
What type of art did they leave on rocks?
Rock art
What did they cross to reach Australia?
Islands and shallow seas
Why did they move around instead of staying in one place?
To follow food and water
How did fire help with safety?
Cleared tall grass, kept pests and snakes away
Why were smaller animals easier to hunt than big ones?
Easier to catch, safer, more reliable food
What do we call their spiritual belief system?
The Dreamtime
Why was reaching Australia such a big achievement?
It showed planning, navigation, and adaptability
Where did they often set up temporary camps?
Near rivers or water sources
Why was fire management important long-term?
It shaped the ecosystem and helped plants regrow
Name one other tool used for survival
Spears, nets, or digging sticks
Why is Indigenous Australian culture important today?
It is the world’s oldest continuous culture and keeps traditions alive