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How many crew members accompanied Christopher Columbus on his voyage?

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88
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80
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18
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8
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Solution

The correct option is B 88
Christopher Columbus had three ships on his first voyage, the Niña, the Pinta, and Santa Maria. Columbus sailed on 3 August 1492 and was accompanied by 88 men . There were 21 on the Nina, 26 on the Pinta, and 41 on the Santa María.

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