Tools used by Homo erectus Flashcards

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What phase of tool culture were Homo erectus existent in?

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Lower paleolithic.

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When did these tools first appear?

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1.5 million years ago.

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What cultural period were Homo erectus existent in?

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Acheulian tool culture.

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Where were these tools found?

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St. Acheul, France.

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What are Acheulian tools?

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  • A type of hand axe that was flaked around all the edges.
  • They were typically tear-drop shaped.
  • Each tool was made using more blows to remove flakes.
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What are 2 examples of tools used by Homo erectus?

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  1. Bi faced stone axes.
  2. Spears.
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