Q: Which country had the highest proportion of whalers among the early inhabitants of South Georgia?
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A
Fishing
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B
Scientific research
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C
Whaling and sealing
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D
Exploration and mapping
C
Answer:
C
Explanation:
The early inhabitants of regions near Antarctica, particularly in South Georgia, were primarily involved in whaling and sealing activities.
British and American sealers spent extended periods in these regions, hunting and harvesting seals for their valuable fur and oil.
Whaling also played a significant role in the local economy during this time.
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