Excavating the Remains of an Ancient Elephant-like Creature in Germany

The transcript details the discovery and excavation of an ancient elephant-like creature's remains near Munich. Initially thought to be a Gomphotherium, the creature was found to have unique shovel-shaped tusks, indicating a different lifestyle. The bones, estimated to be 14-15 million years old, were in good condition despite some damage. This is only the second such discovery in Europe. Research shows the species is not closely related to modern elephants, having evolved differently. Further studies are needed to determine the exact age of the bones through sand stratification analysis.

What was the initial assumption about the tusks found in the sand pit?

• They belonged to a modern elephant.

• They were from a Gomphotherium.

• They were from a woolly mammoth.

• They were part of a dinosaur.

What unique feature did the discovered creature possess?

• A long neck like a giraffe.

• Horns similar to a rhinoceros.

• Shovel-shaped lower tusks.

• Wings for flying.

How old are the bones estimated to be?

• 14-15 million years old.

• 5-6 million years old.

• 20-21 million years old.

• 1-2 million years old.

What is significant about this discovery in Europe?

• It is the first time a prehistoric elephant was found.

• It is the second time a prehistoric elephant was found.

• It is the first time a dinosaur was found.

• It is the second time a dinosaur was found.

What does the research suggest about the newly discovered species?

• It is closely related to modern elephants.

• It is a direct ancestor of modern elephants.

• It is unrelated to any known species.

• It evolved along different lines from modern elephants.