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Chapter 26: Human Evolution - Neanderthals and Modern Humans

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that distinguishes Homo sapiens from Homo erectus?

Higher, rounder skull

Flatter face

Larger brain

Larger jawbones and teeth (correct)

Which of the following is considered the earliest evidence of cultural traits in hominins?

Spoken language

Gestures and calls for communication

Parental care

Tool making (correct)

Which model for the origin of Homo sapiens is supported by genomic studies of global populations?

Both the Multiregional and Replacement models

Neither the Multiregional nor the Replacement models

Replacement model (correct)

Multiregional model

What is the primary evolutionary advantage of the larger brain size in Homo sapiens compared to Homo erectus?

Enhanced social cognition and communication Signup and view all the answers

How did the transition to bipedalism in early hominins likely affect their dietary and foraging strategies?

It enabled longer-distance travel and access to a wider range of food resources Signup and view all the answers

What do footprints of Australopithecus afarensis indicate about their foot structure?

They had a pronounced arch and a big toe in line with other toes Signup and view all the answers

In what way did Lucy (Australopithecus afarensis) primarily move?

Both walked upright on the ground and climbed on all fours along branches Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated time period that Australopithecus afarensis existed in Africa?

From 3.9 to 3 million years ago Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Bipedal Footprints from 3.6 million years ago?

They show evidence of early hominins walking on two legs Signup and view all the answers

What major physical characteristic distinguished Australopithecus afarensis from other hominin species?

Having a big toe aligned with the other toes Signup and view all the answers

Where did Australopithecus afarensis primarily live during their existence?

Tanzania and parts of eastern Africa Signup and view all the answers

What does the shorter stride of the Bipedal Footprints walkers suggest compared to modern humans?

They had a different walking gait than modern humans Signup and view all the answers