What is the significance of the Mungo Man skeleton in Australian history?
Ancient Heritage Site Lake Mungo

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Renee Larkin
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It is the oldest skeleton found in Europe.
It helped prove the Aboriginal civilisation as the world’s oldest continuing culture.
It was the first skeleton found in Australia.
It was discovered in the 21st century.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one of the groundbreaking discoveries made from the examination of Mungo Man's remains?
They were the first human remains found in Australia.
They doubled the known length of humans’ presence on the continent.
They were the first remains to be covered in ochre.
They were found in the 21st century.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the burial of Mungo Man suggest about his status in his community?
He was a commoner.
He was a figure of respect.
He was a warrior.
He was a child.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is significant about the ochre found on Mungo Man's body?
It was the first use of ochre in Australia.
It was brought from over 200 kilometres away.
It was used for painting.
It was found in Europe.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How long has Lake Mungo been dry?
5,000 years
10,000 years
15,000 years
20,000 years
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one of the ethical issues mentioned in the context of Lake Mungo excavations?
The remains were sold to museums.
The remains were studied without input from traditional owners.
The remains were destroyed.
The remains were never studied.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a Heritage Site?
A place where only animals live
A special place important for its history, culture, or nature
A modern city
A place with no historical significance
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