Archaeological Evidence of Ancient Australia
Examine how archaeologists use evidence to understand the deep history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Key Questions
- Explain how archaeological discoveries reveal ancient First Nations life.
- Analyze the types of evidence archaeologists use to reconstruct past societies.
- Evaluate the significance of ancient sites like Mungo National Park.
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