Suez Canal was nationalized in July 1956 by Egypt's President Gamal Abdul Nasser. In which year Suez Canal was constructed ?
Correct answer: B. 1869
- A. 1859
- B. 1869
- C. 1879
- D. 1889
Explanation
Construction of the modern Suez Canal began in 1859 and it opened to navigation in 1869. Since the question asks when it was constructed, the expected completion and opening year is 1869.
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