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What is the old name Taiwan?

  1. Myanmar

  2. Nippon

  3. Bormosa

  4. Formosa
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Explanation

Taiwan was historically known as Formosa, meaning 'beautiful island' in Portuguese, named by Portuguese sailors in the 16th century. This name was used internationally until the mid-20th century. Myanmar and Nippon refer to Burma and Japan respectively.

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