Multiple choice

The old name of the country Taiwan was

  1. Malaya

  2. Formosa

  3. Combodia

  4. Ceylon
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Taiwan was historically known as Formosa, a name given by Portuguese sailors meaning 'beautiful island'. This name was used during various periods of colonial rule. Malaya, Cambodia, and Ceylon are names of different countries entirely.

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