The American Flake Analysis

Science plays a major role in assisting archaeologists and researchers reconstruct the past. In the case of Ötzi, scientific research resulted in magnificent findings and continues to make great finds and extract evidence from the body and the equipment found with it.

One study attempted to observe capuchin monkey’s ability to recognize cause and effect relationship in regards to tool use. An article in the international journal or primatology by Anthea Lavallee, describes the tests she conducted in a captive naturalistic environment on capuchin monkeys, as she writes, “I tested tufted capuchins' ability to conceive solutions to a probing task in a naturalistic captive setting” . The results showed at 3 out of the 5 capuchin monkeys displayed an ability to make and use tools that were presented to them from a wide variety of natural materials presented. Another study on the manipulation and tool use in captive yellow breasted capuchin monkeys was published in the “International Journal of Comparative Psychology” . This experiment consisted of six capuchin monkeys, who were placed in an environment where their tool using was tested and observed. The tools that were made available to the monkeys were transparent 9mm Plexiglas boxes with 3mm Plexiglas lids as well as different size stones. A piece of food was then placed into the box with the stones next to it and left for the capuchins. Each test subject was left isolated with the tools and box from the other test subjects, the subjects where successful if they used the stones to try and

One of the most egregious communication theories displayed heavily throughout the film is the idea of symbolic convergence. The very root of this theory rests on the idea that humans connect with one another through shared meaning of an event, object, or otherwise stated “thing”. There are countless displays of this theory throughout the film, both for the characters in the movie and the viewers on the outside alike. For the characters within the movie, symbolic convergence happens when they are dancing. Even though these

Dancing mimics the heart beat of the Caribbean in the way it keeps the vibes flowing. Every celebration in the Caribbean really only needs two things, music and dancing, everything else, such as food, alcohol, decorations, etc., are solely to maintain the vibe of dance (Diouf and Nwankwo 59). Dancing in the Caribbean originated from African tribes for multiple purposes such as a celebration for a social event, religious or spiritual ritual, healing, communication with ancestors, storytelling, and many others. Although dancing today appears as a workout routine, majority of the movements originated from African purposes, especially rituals (Victoria and Albert Museum). Even today at social events, such as Carnival, the approach of a man to a woman and the way they dance, the closeness, and the sensuality of the movements tells the intent of both dancers thus allowing the dancers to express interest without speaking, originated from Africa. Women whining of the waist, or even traditional folk dances, and so many other, are variations all developed from African dances

“Lets imagine for a moment that we are tiny enough to follow a bee into a hive. Usually the first thing we would have to ge used to is the darkness”(Kidd 82). The bee is an insect that spends all day working: working to create a home, working to spread pollen and working to create honey. A bee's life and the society of bees can be closely related to the life of humans. In the novel The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd, the author conveys her lessons about human life through the imagery of bees.

1.1.1 Before starting this chapter it might be useful for you to write out your definition of dance. Let’s pretend for a moment that aliens landed on earth looking for intelligent life. Obviously they ended up at your apartment and asked

Since the ancient times, dancing was one of the simplest ways of enjoyment available to humans,

Dance is one of the most beautiful, expressive forms of art known to mankind. It expresses joy, love, sorrow, anger, and the list truly goes on for all the possible emotions that it can convey. Dance not only can express how one feels, but it can tell a story or even be used to praise a higher power. Dance has intricately played an important role to every culture over the course of time. Two forms of dance that have not only stood against the test of time but have influenced the development of other various styles of dance is none other than Classical Ballet and Modern Dance.

Throughout all forms of art there are several ways to portray a message to an audience, whether it be through a painting about the meat industry or a song about an unjust legal system, expression can take on many different forms. No matter what the message or motivations of the piece, it is up to the artist how they want it portrayed. Dance is no exception to this rule, in today's world dance is one of the most popular ways to spread a message. From flash mobs to protest art dance is one of the most visible forms of expression people recognize today and these pieces of art are always evolving and changing to fit the wants and needs of the artist.

I think they are using this dance to display their superiority, thus their power, over the opposing village. Another team referenced in the film, referred to as a “sea-fearing village”, formalize themselves as predatory sea birds attacking a beach. This replicates an act of dominance and displays great natural power as well. Both teams from this film appear to be showing off their power, contributing to a war like atmosphere during the

In captivity, capuchin monkeys are able to learn to use surrounding objects as tools when given the materials. For example, one study involves clear Plexiglas boxes and wooden sticks. Maize kernels were placed inside of the clear Plexiglas boxes while the boxes were sealed except for a tiny opening that was impossible for the capuchins to get through. The only way for the monkeys to get to the maize was to use the stick to try to break off the cover of the Plexiglas box. Out of the 32 trials, four monkeys were able to use the stick as a tool to open the Plexiglas box. The monkeys used three different techniques in order to do so. They used the stick by pounding it against the box so that it would break it open. They manipulated it as a cutting

One question of the process is how the bees eventually all perform the same waggle dance. For this to happen, the scouts that dance for sites that are not chosen have to stop their dances for them. It is unknown what makes the bees stop dancing for the sites that are not chosen. There are two hypotheses for this question. The first hypothesis is that the reason the bees stop dancing for sites is because they are influenced by the dances of other bees. This assumption is based on Lindeur’s study. He found that the dances of scout bees for poorer sites are easily changed into dances for better sites. The other hypothesis comes from the studies of Lindeur (1955), Seeley and Buhrman (1999), and Camazine et al. (1999). It may be that scouts stop performing waggle dances for inferior sites without being swayed by the dances of other bees. This may be because it was found that the bees perform longer dances when they begin

Dance has been a natural movement form since the beginning of time. The origin of dance is unknown, just as the knowledge of the benefits of dance are unknown to many in our society. Many people do not enjoy dancing and also do not fully understand the positive benefits that come from dancing. Researchers such as Edwards, Duberg, and many more have found countless mental and emotional benefits of dance that originate from movement patterns, brain connections, and even expressions of emotion. Many are aware of the physical benefits of dance, but beyond the physical benefits of dance, there are also emotional and mental benefits that come from dance as well.

The Asante culture is a perfect example of dance as a nonverbal communication. In Asante culture they use instruments, not only to make sound, but to make dialogue as well (pg.70). Different types of moves make a way of dialogue, just like sign language does (pg. 71).

The purpose of this dance was an important part of ritual, celebration and community activities within ancient societies; an early form of leisure. Believe it or not, this dance was used by both women and men in tribal rituals which were aimed at creating good energy, as well as fighting off different spirits, gods or goddesses; this was also to receive plentiful rain and sun supply, a dearth of plant destroying insects and glorious harvest. Also, it played an essential role such as holiday celebrations, courtship practices, marriage ceremonies, and funerals; nevertheless, as a form of sex education, pregnancy preparation and