Early Humans and the Paleolithic World

Three fossilized human skulls were found in

Ethiopia, a country on the continent of Africa. What is a synonym for "fossilized?"

• bones

• preserved

• broken

• old

These skulls are the earliest remains of modern Homo sapiens ever found.

Who or what are "Homo Sapiens?"

• humans

• monkeys

• dinosaurs

• fossils

The discovery of Herto Man supports the theory that modern

humans first lived in Africa and then migrated to other parts of

the world. What does the word "migrated" mean?

• to move from place to place every time resources run out

• to go on vacation

• to move from one place to another

• to go home

Scientists concluded that Herto Man were hunter-gatherers. What does this mean?

• They hunted for food.

• They gathered nuts, berries, and grains for food.

• They moved from place to place in search of resources, such as large animals and wild berries.

• All of these are true.

Because they had to follow the animals that they hunted, hunter-gatherers were _________ people.

• nomadic

• brave

• fast

• hungry

What were some of the tools and weapons that the Herto Man created? (Choose 3)

• bows and arrows

• hammers

• fish hooks

• spears

Why was fire important to the early humans? (choose 3)

• to cook

• for warmth

• to be able to see in the night

• for protection

Why did the early humans migrate from Africa?

• They wanted to live somewhere else.

• There was a major drought.

• There were a lot of wildfires in Africa.

• They wanted to move to a colder place.

Africa had a very long drought. What is a "drought?"

• A period in time with a lot of rain.

• A period in time with no rain.

• A period in time with a lot of hurricanes.

• A period in time with a lot of sandstorms.

These long journeys were dangerous, and the migrants had no idea what awaited them.

How did they overcome these challenges?

• They traveled independently.

• They worked together and helped each other out.

• They made sure to bring a lot of food so they didn't have to hunt.

• They didn't overcome their challenges.