Which continent was historically referred to as the 'Dark Continent'?
Correct answer: B. Africa
- A. Europe
- B. Africa
- C. Asia
- D. Australia
Explanation
Africa was historically called the “Dark Continent” by European writers because much of its interior was unknown to them. The term is now considered outdated and Eurocentric.
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