What does the fossil record teach us about evolution?

[What does the fossil record teach us about evolution? Mark Van Bebber and Paul S. Taylor] "When deciding if the fossil record actually supports the evolution of life on earth, many factors need to be considered. Animals and plants appear very abruptly in the fossil record. Evolution would predict the fossils we find should show a vast array of transitional forms—few if any are found. Despite the extensive number of fossils found, it is believed that few new fossil types will be discovered. The lack of order in the geologic layers presents another challenge for evolutionists. The fossil record is much more consistent with the occurrence of a global Flood and special creation than with an evolutionary history."  What does the fossil record teach us about evolution?" Van Bebber and Taylor, Evolution Exposed.  Second Ed.  What does the fossil record teach us about evolution?

Response to comment [from other]:  "[W]hen did life appear?"

6000-10,000 years ago.

See:

Evidence for a Young World by Dr. Russell Humphreys

Response to comment [from other]:  "Incorrect, please review your notes and study harder."

Will do (2 Ti 2:15).

Response to comment [from a Catholic]:  "For more information, the following excellent text is highly recommended [url]"

"Everybody knows fossils are fickle; bones will sing any song you want to hear." Shreeve, J., Argument over a woman, Discover 11 (8):58, 1990.

What does the fossil record teach us about evolution?