In his first voyage in 1492, Christopher Columbus
A. mistook Cuba for Japan.
B. crossed the Atlantic Ocean in six weeks.
C. sailed along the coast of what is present-day Virginia.
D. was forced to put down a mutiny on the Santa Maria.
E. was briefly captured by natives he encountered.
Answer: A
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