The Atlantic Ocean facilitates connections between the western coast of Africa and:
B. The Americas
Explanation:
1. The Atlantic Ocean is a large body of water that separates Africa from the Americas.
2. It serves as a crucial maritime route for trade and transportation between these two continents.
3. Historically, the Atlantic Ocean played a significant role in the exploration and colonization of the Americas by European powers.
4. The ocean provided a means of transportation for goods, people, and ideas between Africa and the Americas.
5. Therefore, the correct answer is B. The Americas, as the Atlantic Ocean acts as a bridge connecting the western coast of Africa to countries in North, Central, and South America.
