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Question 71 · Australia and Its People

Which Dutch explorer was among the first Europeans to map parts of Australia's coast, giving his name to Tasmania?

  1. A Abel Tasman ✓ Correct
  2. B James Cook
  3. C Arthur Phillip
  4. D Matthew Flinders

✅ Correct answer: A — Abel Tasman

💡 Explanation

Abel Tasman was an early Dutch explorer; Tasmania is named after him.

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