Multiple choice

Which is the old name of Taiwan?

  1. Taiwa

  2. Wanton

  3. Formosa

  4. Affeema
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Taiwan was historically referred to as 'Formosa' (meaning 'beautiful' in Portuguese), a name given by Portuguese sailors in the 16th century when they sighted the island. The name Formosa was commonly used in Western literature until the mid-20th century.

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