Prior to the 18th century, Aboriginal life in Australia could BEST be described as

Hunter-gatherer

Explanation:

The Aborigines are from Australia and they are believed to have migrated from Asia by a ship. The Aborigines are known to be the oldest human inhabitants of the earth.

They lived in small communities and they survived by hunting and gathering. The Aborigines men would hunt large animals for food and the women and children would collect plants, fruit, and berries.

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