Multiple choice general knowledge

Australia was discovered by

  1. Vasco da gama

  2. Sindbad

  3. Alexander cook

  4. James cook
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D Correct answer
Explanation

James Cook, the British explorer, is credited with the European discovery of Australia in 1770 during his first Pacific voyage. He charted the eastern coastline and claimed the territory for Great Britain. Vasco da Gama discovered the sea route to India, Sindbad is a fictional character, and 'Alexander cook' appears to be a distractor.

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