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Christopher Columbus discovered Central America in the year _____.

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1498
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1453
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1492
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1490
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Solution

The correct option is B 1492
Christopher Columbus was an Italian Traveller, who on the evening of 3rd August 1492 departed from "Palos de la Frontera" with three ships. His objective was to sail west until he reached Asia (the Indies) where the riches of gold, pearls and spice awaited. On 12th October, they reached San Salvador (Present day Bahamas). At the time he thought he has landed in Asia noting the indigenous people and their gold ornaments. However, it was the Americas. In total he commanded 4 Voyages to Central and South America.

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