Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 12 January 2015
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Question 1: What was the purpose of explorer Captain James Cook's last voyage in 1776?
A
B
Claim possession for Britain of as many Pacific islands as possible
Observe the transit of Venus
C
Investigate volcanic activity on the Hawaiian islands
D
Discover a northern passage between the Pacific and the Atlantic