Exploring Continental Drift

Which continent is often referred to as Australia but includes many other islands?

• Africa

• Oceania

• Antarctica

• Europe

What is the name of the supercontinent that existed millions of years ago?

• Laurasia

• Pangaea

• Gondwana

• Atlantis

What process explains the movement of Earth's landmasses over time?

• Volcanic Eruption

• Continental Drift

• Tidal Forces

• Earthquake Activity

How do scientists believe continents move apart?

• Through the action of ocean currents

• By the force of wind erosion

• Because of gravitational pull from the moon

• Due to tectonic plates being pushed by new rock

At what rate are the continents currently moving each year?

• 2.5 centimeters

• 5 centimeters

• 1 centimeter

• 10 centimeters