Which of these explorers sailed representing Spain and were born there? A) Columbus, Vespucci, and de Soto
B) Columbus, Cabot, and Ponce de Leon
C) Vespucci, de Soto and Columbus
D) Cabez de Vaca, Ponce de Leon and de Soto

D

Explanation:

Both Columbus and Vespucci were born in Italy and then became citizens of Spain, and D is the only answer that does not include at least one of them

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d. i assume the underlined word is "role." reformat if it isn't.

explanation:

role is closest to part because when replacing words, "playing a vital decision," "playing a vital activity," and "playing a vital dollar" don't make logical sense. the only meaningful choice is "playing a vital part."

this fits one of merriam-webster's definitions of role: "a function or part performed especially in a particular operation or process."