The Origin of the Word "Dope" Is Derived from the Dutch

question 24

Multiple Choice

The origin of the word "dope" is derived from the Dutch word used in South Africa to refer to

• A)a cheap brandy used to impair the performance of racing horses.
• B)a cheap brandy used to improve the performance of racing horses.
• C)a naturally-occurring opioid used to impair the performance of racing horses.
• D)a naturally-occurring opioid used to improve the performance of racing horses.

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