When the British Began Their Conquest of India in the Early

question 13

Multiple Choice

When the British began their conquest of India in the early 18th century,South Asia was still ________ forested.

• A)90%
• B)60%
• C)40%
• D)20%
• E)10%

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Limbic System

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