Complete the sentence about George, South Africa with the correct year: In ______ Dutch East India Company officials established an outpost for the provision of timber; its location is thought to be near the western end of York Street.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. 1777
- Step 1: In 1777 Dutch East India Company officials established an outpost for the provision of timber; its location is thought to be near the western end of York Street. Answer: 1777. Why not the others: 1780, 1757 and 1797 don't fit.
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