Why Did Christopher Columbus's Crew Nearly Mutiny on His Voyage

question 41

Multiple Choice

Why did Christopher Columbus's crew nearly mutiny on his voyage from Spain?

• A) They did not see land after more than four weeks at sea.
• B) They did not have any water to drink.
• C) They did not have a plan for dealing with Indians.
• D) There was no citrus left aboard the ship to fight scurvy.

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