Why was Cape Bojador known as the point of no return?
A) The Mali Empire guarded the coastline to the south with a powerful navy.
B) Slaves held in European ships were unable to see the African coast once they passed the cape.
C) Until 1434, sailors were unable to navigate south of the cape due to wind direction and currents.
D) According to legend, massive sea creatures guarded the passage south.
Answer: C
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