The Story of Man

Paper Summary:

This paper takes a look at the supposed origins of man. According to the paper, studies and archaeological evidence show that man first lived in South Africa. The paper goes on to discuss evidence that proves that the remains found there are of humans rather than animals. The paper further discusses evolution.

From the Paper:

"So we know these African fossils were human, because they had certain body characteristics that other animals do not have. They had a triangular foot, which allowed them to walk long distances upright on two feet. They had a truly opposable thumb which allowed them to develop fine more skills. Their shoulder, knee and hip joints showed adaptations for walking, slightly different from other hominids (human like animals). Their skulls had a larger space for a brain and the patterns inside the skull bones showed more development of the frontal lobe, the one we use for thinking. Finally their teeth were a variety that allowed them to eat all kinds of food. They had sharp teeth for cutting meat and vegetables, double pointed teeth for tearing and large grinding teeth for mashing up seeds and plants."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Denning, Dr. Kathryn . Introduction to Archaeology and Palaeoanthropology: . Humanity's Journeys . Anth 2140, Sept 2005 - Apr 2006 http://www.yorku.ca/kdenning/+2140%202005-6/2140-15Nov2005.htm
• Hominid Fossil Sites and Patterns of Hominid Dispersal http://www.handprint.com/LS/ANC/disp.html

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