Next, Think of a Tool Or Machine That Would Help Solve Your Problem. for Example, a Robot

PREVIEW 2

Think of a simple problem or challenge that you face almost every day. For example, you may have trouble getting out of bed in the morning to get ready for school.

Next, think of a tool or machine that would help solve your problem. For example, a robot that automatically lifts you out of bed and carries you to the bathroom might solve the problem above.

In the space below, draw a picture of your tool or machine. Create a name for it. Under your drawing, write one or two sentences explaining how your invention will make your life better.

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READING NOTES 2

Sections 2.2 and 2.3

1. Write the name of this hominid:

2. Color the rectangle that matches the time period in which this
hominid lived.

4 million3 million2 million1 million

years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.Today

3. Color or draw and label the key

capabilities of this hominid.

4. Explain why these capabilities were important.

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READING NOTES 2

Sections 2.4 and 2.5

1. Write the name of this hominid:

2. Color the rectangle that matches the time period in which this
hominid lived.

4 million3 million2 million1 million

years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.Today

3. Color or draw and label the key

capabilities of this hominid.

4. Explain why these capabilities were important.

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READING NOTES 2

Sections 2.6 and 2.7

1. Write the name of this hominid:

2. Color the rectangle that matches the time period in which this
hominid lived.

4 million3 million2 million1 million

years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.Today

3. Color or draw and label the key

capabilities of this hominid.

4. Explain why these capabilities were important.

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READING NOTES 2

Sections 2.8 and 2.9

1. Write the name of this hominid:

2. Color the rectangle that matches the time period in which this
hominid lived.

4 million3 million2 million1 million

years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.Today

3. Color or draw and label the key

capabilities of this hominid.

4. Explain why these capabilities were important.

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READING NOTES 2

Sections 2.10 and 2.11

1. Write the name of this hominid:

2. Color the rectangle that matches the time period in which this
hominid lived.

4 million3 million2 million1 million

years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.years B.C.E.Today

3. Color or draw and label the key

capabilities of this hominid.

4. Explain why these capabilities were important.

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PROCESSING 2

Create a “superhero” poster below for one of the hominids you learned about in this chapter. The poster should focus on the abilities of the hominid you select. Your poster needs to include

• the name of your hominid.

• information on where and when your hominid lived.

• a drawing of your hominid.

• a list of your hominid’s important abilities.

• any other creative ideas to make the poster more realistic.

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