Why did we become bipedal Anthropology
Question Description
- Consider everything you have learned thus far in the module about bipedality (all of the anatomical changes necessary for this change).
- Consider the potential benefits of bipedal locomotion. You can also take a look at Table 9-2 from the textbook (p. 281) – this was not part of our assigned readings (which were already pretty lengthy for this module), so I have attached it as a PDF image here.
- Write a short response (a paragraph to a page in length) about what evolutionary drivers you believe may have led to bipedality. (You do not have to choose one of the proposed hypotheses listed in the table.) Even just reflecting on what tasks our bipedal locomotion enables you to do in daily life would allow you to respond to this question!
Rubric for Bipedality Writing Assignment
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWas write-up in your own words?Be sure not to plagiarize! Must be written in student’s own words. |
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3.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProofreading/clarityMinimal/no typos? |
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1.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplanation given for one or more possible evolutionary drivers of bipedality. |
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3.0 pts |
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Total Points: 7.0 |
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