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Answer is Wrong!
Answer is Right!
The correct answer is: for.
Columbus was in search of a new route to India. He believed that the world was round, and that by sailing west from Europe, he would reach India. He was wrong about this, but he did discover America.
The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately describe Columbus’s intentions.
- Of is used to indicate possession or association. For example, “the king of England” or “the city of New York.” In this case, it would not make sense to say that Columbus was in search of America “of” something.
- About is used to indicate that something is being discussed or considered. For example, “we are talking about America” or “I am thinking about America.” In this case, it would not make sense to say that Columbus was in search of America “about” something.
- Under is used to indicate that something is located beneath or below something else. For example, “the table is under the chair” or “the book is under the bed.” In this case, it would not make sense to say that Columbus was in search of America “under” something.