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Which early human species primarily ate a plant-based diet and had a flat nose and a strongly projecting lower jaw?
Which early human species primarily ate a plant-based diet and had a flat nose and a strongly projecting lower jaw?
- Australopithecus afarensis (correct)
- Australopithecus africanus
- Paranthropus boisei
- Australopithecus anamensis
Which early human species was known for its ability to climb trees and eat hard, abrasive foods?
Which early human species was known for its ability to climb trees and eat hard, abrasive foods?
- Australopithecus africanus
- Australopithecus sediba
- Australopithecus anamensis (correct)
- Australopithecus afarensis
Which early human species was characterized by its large chewing muscles and nutcracker-like molars and premolars?
Which early human species was characterized by its large chewing muscles and nutcracker-like molars and premolars?
- Australopithecus garhi
- Paranthropus robustus
- Australopithecus africanus
- Paranthropus boisei (correct)
Which early human species was found in Kenya and had a flat face and small brain?
Which early human species was found in Kenya and had a flat face and small brain?
Which early human species was known for its 'surprise' discovery in Ethiopia and its use of stone tools?
Which early human species was known for its 'surprise' discovery in Ethiopia and its use of stone tools?
Which early human species was characterized by its megadont teeth and a powerful jaw, and was found with a single incomplete mandible?
Which early human species was characterized by its megadont teeth and a powerful jaw, and was found with a single incomplete mandible?
Which Homo species is characterized by a large browridge and a larger braincase?
Which Homo species is characterized by a large browridge and a larger braincase?
What is the name of the fossil individual of Homo erectus, known for being well-preserved?
What is the name of the fossil individual of Homo erectus, known for being well-preserved?
On which island was Homo luzonensis discovered?
On which island was Homo luzonensis discovered?
What is unique about Homo floresiensis?
What is unique about Homo floresiensis?
What is the nickname of Homo luzonensis?
What is the nickname of Homo luzonensis?
When did Homo luzonensis live on the island of Luzon?
When did Homo luzonensis live on the island of Luzon?
