Family That Walks on All Fours
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Student Handout
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Handwalkers Raise Questions
The
discovery of some Turkish family members who walk on four limbs sparked an
intense debate among scientists as to why this occurred. In this activity,
learn more about this family and the perspectives of different scientists.
Procedure
Circle your assigned theme at the bottom of this sheet. Write your theme at the
top of a piece of lined paper. Be sure to ask for clarification if you do not
understand what your theme means. As you watch the program, take notes on the
theme you have been assigned. After watching the program, meet with your team members. Come up with a
presentation sheet that includes theme-related information from the program. As a team, share your theme presentation with the class.
Themes
Take notes on your theme on a separate sheet of paper.
Possible reasons for why some family members are handwalkers. Treatment of the family by outsiders (e.g., villagers, scientists, and
film producers). Neurological tests that were performed and the conclusions drawn. Interactions among family members and the beliefs they hold.
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