Why are the subtropical highs called the Horse Latitudes?
Correct answer: D. Because sailing ships were often becalmed there and reportedly threw horses overboard
- A. Because of their shape on maps
- B. Because horses were raced there
- C. Because wild horses live there
- D. Because sailing ships were often becalmed there and reportedly threw horses overboard
Explanation
Legend says becalmed ships lightened their load by throwing horses overboard in these calm zones.
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