The parallel evolution of society—moving from primitive herds to tribes, and eventually to civilizations. 5. Distinctive Human Traits
Can you list three traits that separate humans from higher animals?
The transition from ape to human was driven by labor . Using hands to make tools led to the development of the brain and speech.
Animals adapt to nature; humans adapt nature to themselves. Tool Creation: Using tools to create other tools. Summary Checklist for Students Can you define Anthropogenesis ? Do you understand why labor was a catalyst for evolution?
Mastered the use of fire and began migrating out of Africa.