Vivendo entre as feras - parte 1

What was the primary method by which early hominids like Homo Ergaster obtained their food?

• Hunting large game

• Gathering fruits and vegetables

• Scavenging carrion left by predators

• Fishing in rivers and lakes

How did Homo Ergaster typically move, and what challenge did this pose in their environment?

• They walked on four legs, making them slow.

• They walked on two legs, which made them vulnerable to faster, four-legged predators.

• They swung through trees, limiting their ground mobility.

• They swam in water, but were slow on land.

What significant evolutionary advantage did consuming meat provide for early humans?

• Improved physical strength

• Enhanced sense of smell

• Increased brain size

• Better night vision

What was a significant advantage of the hand axe over natural predators' teeth?

• It allowed hominids to climb trees more easily.

• It could cut through the toughest carcasses and open bones.

• It was primarily used for building shelters.

• It helped them communicate over long distances.

What was a key benefit of Homo erectus using fire, especially in relation to hunting?

• It allowed them to build permanent settlements.

• It helped them cook meat, making it more digestible, and provided a tool for hunting.

• It enabled them to communicate with other groups.

• It was primarily used for artistic expression.