12 Questions
Which early human species primarily ate a plant-based diet and had a flat nose and a strongly projecting lower jaw?
Australopithecus afarensis
Which early human species was known for its ability to climb trees and eat hard, abrasive foods?
Australopithecus anamensis
Which early human species was characterized by its large chewing muscles and nutcracker-like molars and premolars?
Paranthropus boisei
Which early human species was found in Kenya and had a flat face and small brain?
Kenyanthropus platyops
Which early human species was known for its 'surprise' discovery in Ethiopia and its use of stone tools?
Australopithecus garhi
Which early human species was characterized by its megadont teeth and a powerful jaw, and was found with a single incomplete mandible?
Paranthropus aethiopicus
Which Homo species is characterized by a large browridge and a larger braincase?
Homo heidelbergensis
What is the name of the fossil individual of Homo erectus, known for being well-preserved?
Turkana Boy
On which island was Homo luzonensis discovered?
Luzon Island
What is unique about Homo floresiensis?
Its dwarfism
What is the nickname of Homo luzonensis?
Ubag
When did Homo luzonensis live on the island of Luzon?
At least 50,000 to 67,000 years ago
This quiz covers the diets and characteristics of early human species such as Sahelanthropus tchadensis, Orrorin tugenensis, Ardipithecus kadabba, Ardipithecus ramidus, and Australopithecus anamensis.
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