Explain why the Strait of Gibraltar has presented such an alluring challenge to monarchs, merchants, and navigators.

What will be an ideal response?


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A) Nature consists of extremely small particles called atoms. These atoms are infinite and indestructible and are the basis of all matter. B) Every substance on earth and in the universe can be reduced to water. C) There are four basic elements that comprise everything in the universe: air, fire, earth, water. D) None of these E) All of these

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Kepler solved the problem of __________ through the idea of a heliocentric universe.

A. planetary motion B. elliptical orbits C. gravity D. the Julien calendar

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Hungary’s goulash economy provided its citizens with __________.

A) only the basic necessities B) an abundance of luxury items C) access to foreign imports D) goods from the black market

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Which country’s music scene has blended Hip Hop with its traditional tassou performances to produce international stars such as MC Solaar and Duggy Tee?

a. Nigeria b. Morocco c. Senegal d. South Africa

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