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There are different kinds of "early man." Neanderthals ate mostly meat, just as Inuit do today, since few human-nutrient vegetables grow in the shadow of glaciers. Globe-trotting Erectus ate wild grass seeds, fruits and the occasional critter. Some may have eaten their fellows (we surmise this from enlargements in the foranem magnum, the spine-hole in the base of the brain; figuring that some cannibal did that to scoop out the brain / a big animal would just have crushed the whole skull).
Those who lived in the refugees during the Great African Drought added fish and shellfish to their diet, and some anthropologists suspect this new source of protein might have played an important role in brain enlargement.
Somewhat later, but still "early" man, developed agriculture and switched to a diet heavy in grains. There were two effects of this: a great increase in population since food was reliable, and a shortening of individual lifespan still the monoculture diet lacked a full range of nutrients.
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In what way did early man cook food?
Early man cooked food over open fires using sticks or stones as tools. They would roast, boil, or smoke food to make it more digestible and safer to eat. This cooking process also enhanced the flavor of the food.
How did the early man survive the ice age?
By migrating to areas which were warmer and contained food.
Why do we call early man a food gatherer?
He collected food rather than grew it.
How early man got an idea of farming?
they wanted food
What tools did early man use to get food?
His hands and feet.
What was early man major occupation?
The hunting and gathering of food.
What role have animals played during early man period?
food
What were two uses early man had for pottery?
collecting water,& collecting food.
What food did early man hunt?
either each other or prehistoric animals
Why did early man move from place to place?
Seeking food, escaping predators.
What is the Difference between occupation early man and modern man?
Early man's occupations mainly involved hunting and gathering for survival, while modern man's occupations are diverse and can include professions such as technology, healthcare, finance, and arts. Early man's occupation was focused on meeting basic needs, while modern man's occupations are often specialized and require advanced skills and knowledge. Additionally, early man's occupations were often dictated by their environment and limited resources, whereas modern man has the ability to choose their occupation based on personal interests and goals.
How did early man gather food?
He went to the local Walmart to find some beer.
