1.3 early human migration Flashcards
1
Q
where did human migration begin?
A
human migration began in east africa
2
Q
why did early humans migrate?
A
early humans were nomads, so they moved to meet their needs
3
Q
where did homo sapiens reach last?
A
homo sapiens reached south America about 12,500 years ago as their last destination
4
Q
describe the migrations of homo sapiens
A
they began their migrations from East Africa around 200,000 years ago, they moved to Europe about 40,000 years ago, to Asia around 20,000-60,000 years ago, then to North America approximately 15,000 years ago, and South America about 12,500 years ago