Question 1

Biological anthropologists employ a unifying set of biological principles to discuss how our species came to be the way it is today.This set of principles is known as __________.

Accepted Answer

The set of principles that biological anthropologists employ to discuss how our species came to be the way it is today is known as evolution.

Question 2

The biological anthropologist most likely to be investigating at a crime scene is a

Accepted Answer

Forensic anthropology is the subfield of biological anthropology that applies skeletal and biological principles to forensic cases, including crime scene investigation. Human biologists study the behavior and biology of humans, but may not have the training to analyze skeletal remains or assess trauma to bones. Molecular anthropologists study genetic and evolutionary processes in human populations, but may not have expertise in analyzing skeletal remains at a crime scene. Osteologists are experts in the study of bones but may not have the necessary training in forensic analysis or crime scene investigation.

Question 3

A scientist is examining an ancient skeleton for signs of vitamin deficiency.The scientist is engaging in

Accepted Answer

Paleopathology is the study of ancient diseases and ailments through examination of skeletal and other biological remains. In this case, the scientist is specifically investigating the presence of vitamin deficiencies in the ancient skeleton. Cultural resource management and ethnology are not relevant to this particular task.

Question 4

According to biological anthropology,humans are primates and are the products of millions of years of evolution by natural selection.

Accepted Answer

Biological anthropology studies the biological and evolutionary aspects of humans, including their classification as primates and the role of natural selection in their evolution over millions of years.

Question 5

Which of the following typifies the work of an osteologist?

Accepted Answer

An osteologist is a scientist who studies bones, and the work involves piecing together bones or fragments of a skeleton, which is best represented by choice C. The other choices refer to different fields of study.

Question 6

Regional political changes and an increased number of researchers are the main reasons for the recent increase in paleoanthropological discoveries.

Accepted Answer

Regional political changes, such as improved access to previously restricted areas, have allowed for more paleoanthropological research to be conducted. Additionally, an increase in the number of researchers and advancements in technology have also contributed to the recent spike in discoveries.

Question 7

__________ may use their expertise in human variation in body form to help ascertain the ethnic affinities of skeletons.

Accepted Answer

Only osteologists have specialized training in identifying and analyzing skeletal remains. Nutritional anthropologists focus on the study of diets and nutrition, molecular anthropologists specialize in genetics and DNA analysis, and archaeologists study human cultures through material remains, but none of these fields specifically address the identification of ethnic affinities of skeletons.

Question 8

A scientist is carefully excavating a fossil hominin.She is participating in which discipline?

Accepted Answer

Paleanthropology is the study of human evolution through examining fossils, artifacts, and other materials. The excavation of a fossil hominin would fall under this discipline. Osteology is the study of bones, paleopathology is the study of ancient diseases and injuries, and ethnography is the study of different cultures and societies. While these disciplines may be relevant to the study of human evolution, they would not specifically apply to the excavation of a fossil hominin.

Question 9

You would contact a paleopathologist if the skeleton you just found __________.

Accepted Answer

A paleopathologist specializes in studying ancient diseases and their effects on human remains. If the skeleton you found may have signs of infectious disease, a paleopathologist would be the best person to contact.

Question 10

From the perspective of biological theory,humans are ___________.

Accepted Answer

According to biological theory, humans are the product of the same long process of adaptation as all other biological species, meaning they were formed through evolutionary processes. Therefore, option C is the correct choice. Options A, B, and D are all incorrect as they contradict the basic principles of biology and evolutionary theory.

Question 11

A paleoanthropologist is likely to study __________.

Accepted Answer

Paleoanthropology is the study of human evolution and the fossil remains of early humans and their ancestors. Therefore, a paleoanthropologist would be primarily interested in studying the fossil remains of humankind and its ancestors to understand human evolution.

Question 12

A hominin is __________.

Accepted Answer

Hominins are primates that walk on two legs, distinguishing them from other primates such as apes.

Question 13

The pace of discovery of new fossil hominins has accelerated.The text states that this may be attributed to ___________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The pace of discovery of new fossil...

Question 14

The study of the skeleton is known as __________.

Accepted Answer

The study of the skeleton is known as osteology. Forensic anthropology involves using skeletal and other remains to assist in legal investigations, while biocultural anthropology considers how biological and cultural factors interact to shape human health and behavior. Molecular anthropology uses genetic and biochemical methods to study human evolution and population genetics.

Question 15

Skeletal biology is the study the human skeleton in relation to __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Skeletal biology is the study the human...

Question 16

A paleopathologist studies ancient skeletons for signs of __________.

Accepted Answer

A paleopathologist studies ancient skeletons for signs of trauma, nutritional deficiencies, and epidemics. These can provide insight into the health and lifestyle of past populations.

Question 17

A is most likely to participate in a police investigation.

Accepted Answer

Forensic anthropologists specialize in the analysis of human remains and can be called upon to assist in police investigations, particularly in cases involving unidentified or decomposed remains. Primatologists study non-human primates, osteologists study bones (but not necessarily in a forensic context), and paleoanthropologists study ancient human ancestors (but also not necessarily in a forensic context).

Question 18

Because the bones of the body develop along with other tissues such as muscles and tendons,it is necessary to study the interrelationship of the skeleton and its surrounding tissue.This study is known as __________.

Accepted Answer

The study of the interrelationship between bones and surrounding tissues such as muscles and tendons is known as skeletal biology. Paleopathology is the study of ancient diseases and injuries, forensic anthropology is the identification of human remains for legal purposes, and human biology is a broader field of study including all aspects of human biology from genetics to anatomy to behaviors.

Question 19

Forensic anthropologists study __________.

Accepted Answer

Forensic anthropologists specialize in the identification and analysis of skeletal remains to assist in the identification of individuals and determination of cause of death. This field is often associated with forensic science and criminal investigations. The other choices (A, B, and D) are also areas of study for anthropologists, but are not specific to forensic anthropology.

Question 20

Jane Goodall's field study of chimpanzees is a prime example of __________.

Accepted Answer

Jane Goodall's field study of chimpanzees is a primatology study as she was studying the behavior, social organization, and evolution of primates, specifically chimpanzees. Osteology is the study of bones and ethnography is the study of human cultures and societies.

Quiz 1: What Is Biological Anthropology