What is the 'inner monkey' concept primarily about?

Evolutionary Traits in Primates

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Emma Peterson
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9th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The anatomical features in humans that trace back to ancient primates.
The idea that humans evolved from modern monkeys.
The genetic differences between humans and other primates.
The behavioral similarities between humans and monkeys.
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What is the significance of the coccyx in humans?
It is crucial for our sense of smell.
It helps in maintaining balance while walking.
It is a vestigial structure from our primate ancestors.
It is a part of the human brain.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What anatomical feature is highlighted as a key evolutionary development in early primates?
Opposable thumbs and long fingers.
Short fingers and claws.
Thick fur.
Large canines.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did early primates develop longer fingers and opposable thumbs?
To improve their sense of smell.
To enhance their swimming abilities.
To protect themselves from predators.
To better grasp and move around fine branches in trees.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What evolutionary advantage did the development of color vision provide to primates?
Enhanced sense of smell.
Improved hearing.
Ability to distinguish ripe fruits and nutritious leaves.
Better night vision.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the evolution of color vision affect the sense of smell in primates?
It improved the sense of smell.
It had no effect on the sense of smell.
It diminished the sense of smell over time.
It made the sense of smell more sensitive.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the fossil named Lucy?
She was the first primate to develop color vision.
She provided evidence of early bipedalism in human ancestors.
She was the first primate to use tools.
She had the largest brain among early primates.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the fossil Ardipithecus reveal about early human ancestors?
They walked upright while still living in woodlands.
They had a highly developed sense of smell.
They lived in open savannas.
They walked on four legs.
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a unique feature of the human spine compared to other mammals?
It is shorter than other mammals.
It has an S-shaped curve.
It is completely straight.
It has more vertebrae.
10.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one key factor that contributes to the advanced cognitive abilities of humans?
Enhanced sense of smell.
Short childhood period.
Larger physical size.
High number of interconnected neurons in the brain.
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