Question

What evidence does the discovery of the Glossopteris provide?

A.
The five continents were once connected.

B.
Plants were once capable of moving.

C.
Ocean waters have evaporated.

D.
All plants can live in any environment.

Multiple Choice Question
Part B:

Which answer provides an explanation for the answer choice in Part A?

A.
Africa and America have different climates.

B.
The locations of the oceans have changed.

C.
Glossopteris plants had bulky seeds.

D.
Glossopteris fossils were found on all continents.

Answer 1

Part A: A. The five continents were once connected.

Part B: D. Glossopteris fossils were found on all continents.

Explanation: Identical Glossopteris fossils on widely separated continents (especially in the Southern Hemisphere) indicate those landmasses were once joined, allowing the plant to spread across them.