1.1 Early Humans

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What is the significance of the discovery mentioned in the text?

It was the oldest hominid discovery at that time. (correct)

It led to the discovery of plant remains nearby.

It disproved the theory of evolution.

It confirmed the existence of homo sapiens.

What is a hominid based on the context provided?

A humanlike creature that walked upright. (correct)

A species of bird found in Africa.

A type of prehistoric plant.

A sea-dwelling creature.

How do scientists typically react when new archaeological discoveries are made?

They never find new discoveries in archaeology.

They ignore the new findings and continue with their previous theories.

They keep the discoveries secret from the public.

They revise their ideas about prehistoric human life. (correct)

In what region did the earliest hominids live?

Africa Signup and view all the answers

What was Leakey's reaction upon discovering a hominid skull?

He was elated and rushed back to camp to share the finding. Signup and view all the answers

Which hominid was likely the first to leave Africa?

Homo erectus Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Homo sapiens sapiens'?

Wise human Signup and view all the answers

What evidence suggests that Neanderthals were possibly the first to bury their dead?

Burying the dead Signup and view all the answers

When did Homo sapiens sapiens likely appear in Africa?

Between 150,000 and 200,000 years ago Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Homo erectus having arms and legs in modern human proportion?

Implies they had similar physical capabilities to modern humans Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of the human species mentioned in the text?

Ability to make tools Signup and view all the answers

Which hominid species was replaced by Homo sapiens sapiens?

Neanderthals Signup and view all the answers

What do microscopic and biological analyses of organic remains left on tools and weapons provide insight into?

The diet of early humans Signup and view all the answers

In which age did humans use simple stone tools, according to the text?

Paleolithic Age Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the primary reasons for the slow spread of Homo sapiens sapiens around the globe?

Conflicts with Neanderthals Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately reflects a recent scientific discovery mentioned in the text?

Blood molecules can provide information on human evolution Signup and view all the answers

What model proposes that the development from earlier hominids to anatomically modern humans occurred in different locations?

Multiregional model Signup and view all the answers

What new information is ancient deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) providing on human evolution?

New data on the evolutionary history of humans Signup and view all the answers

Why did the nickname 'Lucy' for the female skeleton suggest that she was the common ancestor for early human life?

Because she walked upright without the presence of stone artifacts. Signup and view all the answers

How do archaeologists and anthropologists determine the ages of fossils and artifacts?

Using carbon dating and other dating techniques Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Homo habilis from Australopithecus based on the text?

Homo habilis had a larger brain and may have used stone tools. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of early human development stages do scientists identify using remains and technology?

Important stages in human physical development Signup and view all the answers

What did Donald Johanson's findings suggest about the evolution of walking upright and developing large brains in hominids?

Walking upright may have preceded the expansion of the brain and making stone tools. Signup and view all the answers

What period did Homo erectus, an 'upright human', exist in?

From 1.8 million to 100,000 years ago. Signup and view all the answers

What crucial aspect did Lucy's small brain size highlight in terms of human evolution as discussed in the text?

The timeline for walking upright and using stone tools. Signup and view all the answers