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Which hominin species is associated with the first definitive evidence of controlled use of fire?

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: C
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
 **Primary Concept**: Hominin evolution and technological advancements
 **Related Topics**:  Archaeological evidence, fire use in early human societies,  Homo erectus characteristics
 **Prerequisites**: Basic understanding of hominin species and their chronological order.
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
  The question asks about the hominin species with the first definitive evidence of controlled fire use.
  Options: Australopithecus afarensis, Homo habilis, Homo erectus, Homo neanderthalensis
**Method & Steps**:
 1. Review the evolutionary timeline of hominins and their associated technological advancements.
  Reasoning:  Archaeological findings provide evidence for the development of technology in different hominin species.  Controlled fire use represents a significant technological leap.
 2. Identify the hominin species associated with the earliest reliable evidence of controlled fire use.
  Working:  While Neanderthals and even Homo habilis show some evidence of fire use, the most widely accepted and definitive evidence points to *Homo erectus*.
  Key Point: Definitive evidence means strong, conclusive proof, which is more convincingly demonstrated for *Homo erectus* than other species, although the exact timing and extent of their fire use is still debated among researchers.
 3. Select the correct option.
  Result: Homo erectus (option C)
  Verification: Check archaeological records and scientific literature on early hominin fire use. 
 ## OPTION ANALYSIS
A :x: Australopithecus afarensis lived much earlier and lacked the technological capabilities associated with controlled fire use.
B :x: Homo habilis shows some evidence of fire use, but it's not as definitive as the evidence found for Homo erectus.
C ✓: Homo erectus is associated with the first definitive evidence of controlled fire use, primarily based on archaeological findings of fire pits and ash layers at various sites.
D :x: Homo neanderthalensis certainly used fire, but their use came after Homo erectus.  The question asks for the *first* definitive evidence.
 ## LEARNING AIDS
 **Common Mistakes**:
  1.Confusing the evidence for fire use across different hominin species:  Remember that the level of evidence and the type of fire use varied significantly.
  2.  Relying on anecdotal evidence or outdated information: Consult reliable sources and recent research in paleoanthropology.
 **Quick Tips**:
  1.Remember the chronological order of hominin species to narrow down the options.
  2.Associate key technological advancements with specific hominin species for easier recall.

T HARITHA · Answer

Australopithecus afarensis

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Homo habilis

T HARITHA · Answer

The correct Option is "Homo erectus"

T HARITHA · Answer

Homo neanderthalensis

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