Multiple choice general knowledge

What animal is thought to be the source of the name "Canary Islands"?

  1. Canary

  2. Dog

  3. Lion

  4. Camel

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The name 'Canary Islands' comes from the Latin word 'canis' meaning 'dog,' referring to the large dogs allegedly found on the islands by ancient Romans, not from the canary birds for which the islands are now famous.