Discoveries of fossil hominids around the world have helped scientists
determine not only the likely place of origin for the human species, but also a migration
path throughout the world. It's very helpful to have a clear visual representation of
where fossils were found.
Create a map of hominid migration. The activity Fossils and Human
Migration Patterns of Early Hominids in the Evolution Teacher's Guide Unit 5 (pdf) will lead you through this
process. Also, print out the Hominid Fossil Data sheet (pdf) and a world map (pdf) for locating fossil evidence.
Refer to your map as you think about the following questions:
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Which human species overlap in time and, possibly, place? |
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What biological adaptations would you expect to find in
modern human populations in different parts of the world? |
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