What Was the Main View How the World Worked Geologically

question 62

Multiple Choice

What was the main view how the world worked geologically prior to the 1960s?

• A)It was generally believed that the earth was flat.
• B)It was generally believed that mountains were produced by vertical forces.
• C)It was generally believed that continents and oceans moved.
• D)It was generally believed that oceans formed as a result of meteorite impacts.

---

Definitions:

Earth is Flat

A debunked belief that the Earth is flat rather than an oblate spheroid.

Smells Funny

An informal expression indicating that something seems suspicious or not quite right.

Fallacy of Ambiguity

Debates featuring unclear expressions or careless linguistic constructions.

Possible Choices

The range of options or alternatives available to someone when making a decision.