Which is an accurate description of Vasco da Gama? A. sailed around Africa and reached India B. claimed parts of South America for Portugal C. was the first European to see the Americas D. named the tip of Africa the "Cape of Good Hope"
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Vasco da Gama was the first Portugal explorer who discovered a sea route to India. So the correct option is A. Due to treacherous currents his fleet arrived at Cape of Good Hope from there he headed towards the Africa's coastline and reached with the hep of a local navigator he crossed Indian Ocean and arrived at Calicut.
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Vasco da Gama was the first Portugal explorer who discovered a sea route to India. So the correct option is A. Due to treacherous currents his fleet arrived at Cape of Good Hope from there he headed towards the Africa's coastline and reached with the hep of a local navigator he crossed Indian Ocean and arrived at Calicut.
Hope it helps.
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