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Explore the fascinating journey of primate evolution in our 'Human Origins - Primate Evolution' quiz. Delve into the classifications and dental formulas of anthropoids, catarrhines, platyrrhines, and hominoids to understand their...
Questions: 48 | Attempts: 169 | Last updated: Apr 15, 2024
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Sample QuestionThese are all monkeys, apes, and humans.
Explore the early stages of human evolution with the 'Human Origins - Early Hominins' quiz. Delve into discoveries like Sahelanthropus Tchadensis and Orrorin Tugenesis, examining traits that define hominins and their evolutionary...
Questions: 13 | Attempts: 131 | Last updated: Mar 18, 2024
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Sample QuestionRaymond Dart's discovery of the "Taung Child" was the first early hominin found in Africa and the first discovery of a human genus different than our own. It had a small brain but clear evidence of bipedal behavior. This is a good example of mosaic evolution. This occurred in South Africa around 1924-1925. Also known as Australopithecus Africanus, the brain is endocast, the dental development, and the foramen magnum position are key points to take note of.
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The 'Human Origins - Discussion Quiz' explores the characteristics and behaviors of primates, focusing on distinctions between various groups such as lemurs, lorises, and anthropoids. It assesses knowledge on evolutionary...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 58 | Last updated: Jun 13, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhich of the following is NOT found in lemurs and lorises, but is found in anthropoids?
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