The Neanderthal’s Necklace

By Juan Luis Arsuaga

Essay Exam

Physical Anthropology

Answer the following questions about the book you selected. Your essay will incorporate the questions into a well-organized essay, with an introduction, main body of work and a conclusion. Your essay will be 7-10 pages, typed (12 point font) and double-spaced. Place your name and the book title in the upper right corner and staple the exam. This exam is due the last day of class (no exceptions).

Based on the information in The Neanderthal’s Necklace, answer the following questions:

Ø Give a brief history of the evolution of hominids.

Ø Discuss the anatomical characteristics of the Neanderthals.

Ø What were the effects of the environment on the lives of hominids during the Ice Age.

Ø What were the life expectancies for Neanderthals and what do the burials at Sima de los Huesos tell us?

Ø Finally, discuss consciousness and language in both the Neanderthals and Cro-Magnons. Be sure to include tool technologies and artistic expressions. Do you think the Neanderthals are an evolutionary dead-end (explain your answer)?

This essay is 25% of your grade (100 points). Remember, this is an essay

exam (not a short answer exam).