Which statement about the voyage of the Beagle is TRUE? A. It ended with the sinking of the ship off of the coast of Australia, almost 4 years into its journey. B. It turned into a tremendous opportunity for Darwin to collect fossils, plants, and animals. C. Its purpose was to identify the fastest route from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean. D. It lasted almost 2 years.

The correct statement is (B).

Explanation:

On 27 December 1831, in the direction of Captain Robert FitzRoy, the ship named Beagle sailed from Plymouth Sound.Charles Darwin, in 1831 was invited as ship's naturalist in HMS Beagle, which went on a trip around the world.The coast of South America, was surveyed by HMS Beagle for the next five years. This helps the Darwin, to explore the continent and islands which also includes Galapagos.Wherever the HMS Beagle went, he observe and collect specimens of animals, plants, fossils and rocks.

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