General Knowledge
Geography
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Question
Which continent is known as the 'Dark Continent'?
A
Asia
B
South America
C
Africa
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D
Australia
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A
Asia
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B
South America
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C
Africa
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D
Australia
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Explanation
Africa is often referred to as the 'Dark Continent' due to its mysterious and unexplored interior during the 19th-century European colonial period. This term reflects the lack of geographical knowledge and the challenges faced by explorers at the time.
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