Exploration of Early Human Fossils

A team of young female scientists embarks on a challenging expedition to explore a cave system and retrieve fossils of a new species of early human ancestors. The expedition involves navigating narrow passages and overcoming physical challenges. The discovery is significant, offering new insights into human history, although the conditions in the cave are difficult due to high CO2 levels. The experience is both humbling and exhilarating for the team, highlighting the importance of perseverance and teamwork in scientific exploration.

What was unusual about the team of scientists involved in the expedition?

• They were all men.

• They were all from the same country.

• They were all women.

• They were all teenagers.

What was the main reason women were given more opportunities in this expedition?

• The size limitations of the site favored them.

• They were more interested.

• They had more experience.

• They volunteered first.

What is the 'dragon's back' in the context of the cave exploration?

• The final destination of the expedition.

• The entrance to the cave.

• A chamber with a significant drop on either side.

• A narrow passageway.

Which historical figure did the narrator compare their experience to when entering the final chamber?

• Howard Carter

• Neil Armstrong

• Christopher Columbus

• Marco Polo

What was the narrator's reaction upon seeing the fossil chamber?

• Awe and wonder

• Indifference

• Disappointment

• Confusion

What challenge did the team face due to the cave's environment?

• Flooding

• Lack of light

• High temperatures

• High CO2 levels

Why did the team need to leave the cave urgently?

• CO2 levels reached a critical point.

• The cave was collapsing.

• They ran out of supplies.

• They found all the fossils.

What was the physical experience of the scientists during the first days of the expedition?

• Challenging and exhausting

• Relaxing and easy

• Dangerous and life-threatening

• Boring and uneventful

How did the scientists feel about being part of the fossil discovery?

• Overwhelmed

• Disappointed

• Honored and humbled

• Indifferent

What was the main motivation for the scientists in this expedition?

• Adventure and thrill

• Fame and recognition

• Financial gain

• The story of human origins