what makes us human
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Whatmakesushuman.docxWhat makes use human?
Who was the first “human” species in the genus Homo?
Use the chart below to compare modern Homo sapiens (us!) to the first species of hominin that you think is enough like us to also be called “human”. You can pick one of the following species to compare: Homo erectus, Homo heidelbergensis, or Homo neanderthalensis. If you think ONLY Homo sapiens qualify as humans, then compare us to Homo neanderthalensis and be clear where you think the differences matter and make us human and them not quite human.
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Shape and function of the pelvis, legs, and feet for bipedal walking.
Body proportions related to adaptations for temperature and climate.
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Size and shape of the skull and brain.
Size and shape of the jaw and teeth as they relate to diet.
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Life history traits (childhood, cooperation, food sharing, division of labor, care-taking of others, mating system, life span) and the evidence for what we know about each species
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Cultural artifacts, tools, and complex behaviors (art, tools, houses, cooking and hunting and foraging methods & tools) and the evidence for what we know about each species.
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Summary – what are the key traits of these species that make them human?
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