University of California SD Discovered of the Homo Florensiensis Fossil Questions

Building on these two resources – answer both of the questions asked below:

Discussion Question:

1. Do you think that Homo florensiensis is a separate species, or is the specimen LB1 a pathological modern human? What evidence are you using to make your choice?
2. What is the evolutionary history of Homo florensiensis? Where did they come from and what evidence suggests how they got to Flores.

Discussion Directions:

COMPLETE THE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS IN YOUR OWN WORDS … NO QUOTES. Your answers combined should be a minimum of 300-400 words in total.

It is extremely important that you follow the directions to facilitate the discussion in completing the assignment correctly.

Submit your answer at least 24 hours before the weekly deadline so that you have time to read and reply directly to at least three (3) other classmates before the week’s final deadline of 5 pm on Sunday November 8th.

When you reply to your fellow classmates, ALWAYS type the name of the classmate that you are responding to and your name at the bottom of the message. Make sure to use proper grammar and punctuation. Avoid “text” or “twitter speak” when corresponding. The purpose of your posting to other students is to discuss what they have written so the “substance” of your message should lay out your thoughts on the contents of their post and anything novel they have written that gave you a new perspective to think about. This is not to just say you “like” what they are saying.

This assignment is worth a total of 25 points if successfully completed.

If you have questions regarding the instructions for carrying out this assignment, please post in the FAQ forum so that everyone can benefit from seeing the answer.