In 1492, columbus
a. conquered the aztec empire of mexico
b. began colonizing brazil
c. arrived in the west indies
d. explored the coast of modern-daytexas

The correct answer is C) West Indies.

Even though Columbus was aiming for finding a quicker trade route to Asia, he ended up running into the West Indies. This accidental encountered resulted in the exploration of the "New World" for dozens of European explorers starting in the 16th century. Despite the fact that Columbus did not end up where he originally set out for, his journey will be forever remembered due to the monumental effects it had on the North American contient.

“the iliad” (gr: “iliás”) is an epic poem by the ancient greek poet homer, which recounts some of the significant events of the final weeks of the trojan war and the greek siege of the city of troy (which was also known as ilion, ilios or ilium in ancient times).

the geography of greece

led to limited interactions with other cultures in the mediterranean

was rich in natural resources and led to repeated invasions from the macedonians

encouraged greater contact with peoples on the southern and eastern mediterranean coasts

caused the greeks to eventually relocate eastward under alexander the great