Definitions
Fetus
A developing baby in the mother’s womb
What do we (humans) have in common with rats?
We are both omnivores
Why do humans have Cassava all to themselves?
because animals will not touch it (poisonous)
Find evidence that proves that cassava is poisonous.
- “cassava, a plant in Africa, contain the poison cyanide.”
Cassava
A plant in Africa
How does a rat test if something is poisonous?
They will take a small bite and see what happens.
What is the difference between animals and human when it comes to poisonous plants?
Humans figured out ways to still eat them by cooking it.
Find evidence that proves the bitter plants contain nutrients.
"It turns out that some of the bitterest plants contain valuable nutrients, even useful medicines."
Omnivore
a person or animal that eats both plants and meat.
What is paired with sushi to make it healthier and spicier?
Wasabi
What did humans learn to make tea from?
The bark of a willow tree.
Find evidence that proves that humans figured out how to cook poisonous foods.
“But once again, humans figured out a way to safely eat cassava, by pounding and then cooking it.”
Anthropologists
the person who studies human societies and cultures and their development.
What is paired with corn and beans to make it healthier?
Lime
When did humans learn how to cook with fire?
Over 1.9 million years ago
Find evidence that proves that rats share a similarity with humans.
"Rats are also omnivores."
Sacylic Acid
A pain reliever
Finish the sentence- “Pastas from Italy…
kielbasa sausages from Poland, curry spices from India.”
Some bitter plants contain this ?
Valuable Nutrients
Find evidence that proves that people hold on to their national foods.
"People hold on to their national foods, even after they move to other countries."