Sapiens
1. Why is there just a single species in the human family? (1 mark)
This is because it is thought that the other human species were overpowered and killed by
hominids.
2. What made Homo Sapiens distinct from other human species – in other words, what
constitutes the Cognitive Revolution? (3 marks)
Homo sapiens are able to think in a different way than other human species. Humans were
now able to think in concepts.
3. How have theorists explained the distinctiveness of human language? (4 marks)
Human language is far more complex than other languages or forms of communication in
animals. For example, and some animals can communicate that they see a lion or a tiger but
they cannot say directions where as humans can give exact descriptions about what they
want and see.
4. How did the Cognitive Revolution change the nature and structure of human society? (2
marks)
Humans were able to become more cooperative with each other forming groups and
families which increased their chances of survival now that everyone can be helped and
help the group
5. What is the critical threshold for human organizations, and what is meant by this term, and
why or how have humans been able to overcome this threshold, leading into the formation
of the modern corporation and/or state? (4 marks)
The critical threshold for human organizations is the maximum natural size of a group of
humans that can cooperate with only forming intimate connections. After crossing 150
people in a group, there is a need for smaller teams to be made to take care of different
aspects instead of one person controlling the entire tribe.
6. Is Harari correct to argue that “… there are no gods in the universe, no nations, no human
rights, no laws, and no justice outside the common imagination of human beings.” (2 marks)
Yes, because all of those things are concepts meant to bring ease into living and have no
actual purpose outside of that as well as no footing in real life. Gods were created so people
could find a purpose into living a hard and painful life, laws were made so people thought of
the world as fair and just but it is the opposite.
7. How have human beings been living in a dual reality? (2 marks)
8. Why would a Neanderthal be sure to defeat a Sapien one-on-one physical battle, but not
stand a chance if each side were paired into large groups? (2 marks)
The reason a Neanderthal would win in a one on one fight is because of pure strength but
they would lose in grouped battles because sapiens can organize themselves better and
have plans of attack which gives them an upper hand.
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20 marks
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Criteria for Success and Evaluation
* A successful assignment will:
a. demonstrate an awareness of the different aspects of the anthropological approach (cultural
difference, evolution, norms and values)
b. develop a thorough and detailed list of the cultural differences between the Marine Corps and
other branches of the Armed Forces.
c. develop a thorough and detailed list of how the Marine Corps has evolved over time, including
when it was first formed, and its most important battles, as well as how it has adapted .
d. develop a thorough and detailed list of the norms and values of the Marine Corps.
e. communicate information in a clear and a well articulated manner.
Level 1
Knowledge
(/10 marks)
Thinking
(/2 marks)
Application
(/8 marks)
Level 2
-limited knowledge of
essential information
-some knowledge of
essential information
-limited understanding
of key concepts, theory
-some understanding
of key concepts,
theory
-some application of
topic, concepts
-limited application of
topic, concepts
Level 3
-considerable
knowledge of essential
information
-considerable
understanding of
concepts, theory
-considerable
application of topic,
concepts
Level 4
-thorough knowledge of
essential information
-thorough understanding
of concepts, theory
-thorough application of
topic, concepts
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