🌍 Part 1: Understanding Continental Drift

Continental Drift Theory: Proposed by Alfred Wegener in 1912, this theory suggests that Earth's continents have moved across the planet's surface over geological time. Wegener believed that all continents were once joined together in a supercontinent called Pangaea, which gradually broke apart and drifted to their current positions due to the movement of tectonic plates beneath them.

1. According to the theory, what was the name of the ancient supercontinent?

Gondwana

Pangaea

Laurasia

Rodinia

2. Who first proposed the continental drift theory?

Charles Darwin

Alfred Wegener

Marie Curie

Isaac Newton

3. Define the following key terms:

Tectonic Plates: ________________________________

Mid-ocean Ridge: ________________________________

Seafloor Spreading: ________________________________

🔍 Part 2: Evidence and Analysis

4. List THREE pieces of evidence that support continental drift theory:

5. Diagram Activity: In the space below, draw and label a simple diagram showing how Pangaea might have broken apart into today's continents. Include labels for at least 4 current continents.

6. Explain why similar fossils of the same species are found on continents that are now separated by vast oceans:

🤔 Part 3: Critical Thinking

7. How has continental drift affected the distribution of life on Earth? Consider both positive and negative impacts on evolution and biodiversity:

8. If continental drift continues at its current rate (approximately 2-5 centimetres per year), predict what Earth's geography might look like in 100 million years. Explain your reasoning: