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which his name was given by the Spaniards to commemorate his achievement. The
standard of his survey was exceptionally high and worthy of his old captain, James
Cook and his voyage proved that the existence of a water-passage to the interior
along these coasts was not true.
301- From the text it is understood that by the time George Vancouver was sent to
explore the north-west coast of North America, ------- .
A) he had already had a basic knowledge of the area with Captain Cook
B) he had already gained considerable experience at sea
C) Captain Cook had already instructed him on what to look for
D) he had planned an exploratory expedition to the West Indies
E) others had tried to find a sea passage into the interior but had failed
302- In the passage, it is pointed out that Vancouver's exploration of the north-west
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