By what ancient name was the Amu Darya known?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. The Oxus
- Step 1: Greek and Latin writers called it the Oxus. Step 2. The Jaxartes was the Syr Darya. Answer: the Oxus. Why not the others: the Hydaspes and Tanais are other rivers.
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