What are the similarities between the first hominids and the homo sapiens sapiens?

Question

I just started a new class (world history) and i have read the chapter and the notes and i still do not understand the similarities between the two in order to fill out the similarities part of my venn graph. i have already researched on the differences and found that some of you can find the best possible answers and could really use the help. BTW i am 29 and going back to school for my High School Diploma , so this info is for myself for my study guide thanks.

Answer 1

1. The Dental Structure

All apes and old world monkeys have a dental formula of 2.1.2.3

2. Physical Structure

All apes have a relatively similar physical structure

3. DNA

The most recent common ancestor between humans was 7 million years ago, it shared around 99% of our DNA.

Answer 2

From Homo hablis to Homo sapiens, there aren't so many differences, except that Homo hablis were probably mostly vegetarian...

Homo sapiens sapiens simply distinguishes us from Homo sapiens neanderthalensis!

Answer 3

Here are some similarities:

-walk upright

-live in groups and societies

-could control fire (Homo erectus and after)

-sexual dimorphism (difference in sizes of males and females)

-slightly polygamous males

-omnivorous