Given that gneiss is commonly composed of quartz, feldspar, and mica, what igneous rock is a possible protolith for gneiss?

A. Schist
B. Basalt
C. Granite
D. Gabbro
E. Shale


Answer: C

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In which Early Paleozoic continent was most of present-day North America located?

________________. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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