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When Columbus discovered ______, it came to be known as 'The New World.'

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India
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America
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China
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Japan
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The correct option is B America
Christopher Columbus was the first to sail across the Atlantic Ocean in 1472 with three ships and 88 crew members. He reached America on 11th October 1492 after great difficulties. This was the most significant discovery of Columbus and it came to be known as 'The New World.'

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