The Out Of Africa Theory Flashcards
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What is the out of Africa theory?
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The out of Africa theory is a theory that Homo sapiens moved around because of the need for resources and shelter due to natural disasters, (forced migration), while superseding other species, homo Erectus and homo Neanderthals.
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When did it happen?
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During the ice age is when they started to migrate in search of food and shelter and water, this was about 70,000 years ago.
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What is the evidence?
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There is a lot of evidence of migration such as cave art, rock houses, open campsites and maddens (rubbish dumps).
