Continental Drift Answers

Fill in the blanks to complete each statement about continental drift. Continental drift was first proposed by a scientist named Alfred . He theorized that the were once one large landmass that drifted apart very slowly over a long time.

Question text not available

When did people begin to notice that coastlines of continents fit together like puzzle pieces?

Which statements about Pangaea are true according to widely accepted theories? Check all that apply.Pangaea existed two hundred thousand years ago.The landmass of Pangaea split into separate continents over time.Pangaea was discovered by Christopher Columbus.Pangaea was surrounded by the waters of the ocean.The coastline of Pangaea stayed consistent over time.

Which statements describe evidence of continental drift? Check all that apply.

Mountain ranges often appear on the edges of continents. What theory does this support?

Use the drop-down menus to complete the statements. Fossils on continents that are now separated by support the theory of continental drift. Continents closer to the equator have warmer climates, yet fossils of have been found on islands near the North Pole. This supports the idea that islands drifted from the equator. Coal fields in match those found in North America, supporting the theory of continental drift.

Evidence of what feature is found in South Africa, despite South Africa’s relatively mild climate?

Question text not available

Question text not available

Question text not available

Question text not available