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Q · Advent of EuropeansMedium · 45s
Which island group was captured by the Portuguese to control the spice trade?
TopicAdvent of Europeans
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Maluku (Moluccas) were key spice islands.
Final Answer: Option D — Maluku