Multiple choice general knowledge

Which continent is known as 'the dark continent'?

  1. Asia

  2. Latin America

  3. Africa

  4. Antarctica
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Explanation

Africa was historically called the 'Dark Continent' by European explorers in the 19th century due to its relative mystery and unexplored interior to them at that time. This term is now considered outdated and carries colonial connotations. Asia, Latin America, and Antarctica were never referred to by this nickname.

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