Which place completes this sentence about Kuressaare Castle? In 1836, following the construction of the fortress of Bomarsund on Åland, the Russian garrison at ______ withdrew.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Kuressaare
- Step 1: In 1836, following the construction of the fortress of Bomarsund on Åland, the Russian garrison at Kuressaare withdrew. Answer: Kuressaare. Why not the others: Narva, Rakvere and Keila don't fit.
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