ASM 104 Lecture 1: Introduction to Anthropology
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Which subfield of anthropology primarily focuses on the reconstruction of past human lifeways by examining material culture?

  • Biological Anthropology
  • Linguistic Anthropology
  • Cultural Anthropology
  • Archaeology (correct)

A researcher is investigating the origins and development of language across different human populations. Which subfield of anthropology aligns with this research?

  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Linguistic Anthropology (correct)
  • Paleoanthropology
  • Cultural Anthropology

A biological anthropologist is studying disease patterns in ancient human populations by examining skeletal remains. Which specialty area does this research fall under?

  • Molecular Anthropology
  • Paleopathology (correct)
  • Primatology
  • Forensic Anthropology

Paleoanthropology is best defined as the study of which of the following?

<p>The evolution and origins of humans. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the study strategies listed would be most helpful for integrating information from lectures and readings?

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Which of the following hominin genera existed contemporaneously with Australopithecus?

<p>Homo (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following represents the most likely chronological ordering of hominin genera from oldest to most recent?

<p>Sahelanthropus, Ardipithecus, Australopithecus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which discipline would be LEAST directly involved in the study of early hominin evolution, based on the information presented?

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Given the diagram, which of the following genera is considered a paranthropine?

<p>Paranthropus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the listed species is most closely related to the genus Pan (chimpanzees)?

<p>The common ancestor indicated at 6-7 mya (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a fossil find displayed characteristics intermediate between Australopithecus africanus and Paranthropus robustus, which area of study would be most useful in determining its placement in the hominin lineage?

<p>Evolutionary Morphology (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hominin genus from the provided list is believed to have the shortest existence on Earth?

<p>Ardipithecus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering the provided information, what primary factor differentiates the study of Sahelanthropus tchadensis from the study of Homo habilis?

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Flashcards

Anthropology

The study of humans, including their societies, language, material culture, and biology.

Cultural Anthropology

The study of human societies and cultures, focusing on beliefs, practices, and social structures.

Linguistic Anthropology

The study of language, including its origins, structure, and how it's used in different societies.

Archaeology

The study of past peoples and cultures by analyzing their material remains (artifacts)

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Biological (Physical) Anthropology

The study of humans as biological organisms, within an evolutionary framework.

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Ardipithecus ramidus

A genus of early hominins that lived during the Late Miocene and Early Pliocene epochs in the Afar Depression, Ethiopia.

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Australopithecus afarensis

An extinct hominin species that lived between 3.9 and 2.9 million years ago, known for 'Lucy'.

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Australopithecus africanus

An extinct species of hominin from the early Pleistocene of South Africa.

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Paranthropus robustus

An extinct species of robust australopithecine from the Early Pleistocene of South Africa.

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Australopithecus anamensis

An early hominin species, believed to be an ancestor to the genus Homo.

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Paranthropus aethiopicus

An extinct hominin from the Middle Pliocene of Eastern Africa.

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Homo habilis

An early species of hominin, known for its larger brain size and tool-making abilities.

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Homo rudolfensis

An extinct species or subspecies of archaic humans that lived during the Middle Pleistocene.

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Study Notes

  • The course ASM 104 is about Bones, Stones, and Human Evolution.
  • Lecture 1 is an introduction to anthropology.

Study Strategies

  • Taking good notes and studying from them is important.
  • Being prepared for lectures is key to good note taking.
  • Being organized is key to good note taking.
  • Following up helps with note taking.
  • Notes can be rewritten to improve study.
  • Flashcards make excellent study aids.
  • Study guides are also useful.

Anthropology

  • Anthropology is the study of humans.
  • The 4 types of anthropology are: -Cultural -Linguistic -Archaeology -Biological (Physical)

Biological (Physical) Anthropology

  • The study of humans as organisms within an evolutionary framework
  • Specialties include: -Paleoanthropology -Primatology -Human biology -Molecular anthropology -Paleopathology -Forensic anthropology

Paleoanthropology

  • Paleoanthropology emphasizes the study of human origins and evolution.
  • It links hominid evolution with:
    • Field work
    • Archaeology
    • Systematics
    • Evolutionary morphology
  • Geology, paleontology, and ecology are also related fields.
  • The Hominid evolution goes from 7mya to now, including:
    • Sahelanthropus tchadensis
    • Orrorin tugenensis
    • Ardipithecus kadabba
    • Ardipithecus ramidus
    • Kenyanthropus platyops
    • Australopithecus anamensis
    • Australopithecus afarensis
    • Australopithecus africanus
    • Australopithecus garhi
    • Paranthropus aethiopicus
    • Paranthropus robustus
    • Paranthropus boisei
    • Homo habilis
    • Homo rudolfensis
    • Homo
    • Pan

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Introduction to Anthropology, part of ASM 104 (Bones, Stones, and Human Evolution). Main topics include study strategies, the definition of anthropology, and an overview of biological anthropology and paleoanthropology.

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