Early exploration of North America was devoted to finding a warm water route called the __________ __________ that would expedite shipping between Europe and Asia

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Northwest Passage

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When did the area shaded yellow come into existence in the American city?


A) pre -1888, prior to the advent of streetcars
B) 1945 to present day, as freeways became a common urban feature
C) the area in yellow is zoned for future urban growth in the 21st century
D) 1920-1945 as the automobile became a common mode of transport
E) between 1888 and 1920 when streetcars were heavily used

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Estuaries that have a rapidly flowing river entering into an area where the tide range is low to moderate are called ________

a. fjord estuaries b. well-mixed estuaries c. salt wedge estuaries d. partially-mixed estuaries

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Which of the following materials is NOT produced by erupting volcanoes?

A. sandstone B. ash C. basaltic lava D. obsidian/glass

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Which of the following provides another name for a "mother of pearl" cloud?

A. pileus cloud B. banner cloud C. noctilucent cloud D. nacreous cloud

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