The Suez Canal connects which two bodies of water?
A
Red Sea and Arabian Sea
B
Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
C
Black Sea and Caspian Sea
D
Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean
Correct Answer: Option B — Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
Explanation:
The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea cutting through Egypt. Opened in 1869 it provides a crucial shipping route between Europe and Asia eliminating the need to circumnavigate Africa and significantly reducing voyage distances and times.