Which sequence puts these events in order, earliest first?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Founding of Santiago, battle of Curalaba, battle of Maipu, War of the Pacific
- Step 1: The dates are 1541, 1598, 1818 and 1879. Step 2. Only one list follows them. Answer: Founding of Santiago, battle of Curalaba, battle of Maipu, War of the Pacific. Why not the others: The others put at least one event out of order.
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