Question

What is the idea of Continental Drift?

Answer 1

Is the theory of the continents drifting apart over millions of years, the once super Continent was Pangaea. After millions of years the tectonic plates forced them apart.   

Answer 2

Geologist Alfred Wegner noticed similar rocks & fossils remains were found on Continents which seemed to fit together. He called saw that it was the result of Continental drift and Pangea. Some evidence of the Drift was Rock evidence- Mountain ranges, Glacial scares, Location of coal deposits, ETC..

People couldn't image how the Earth could be millions of years ago. But the 1960's evidence would prove Continental Drift is TRUE and .. the story continues (as all good science!)

Continental drift means that continents move away from each other or separated.