Which river is known as the 'River of Sorrows' in China? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which river is known as the 'River of Sorrows' in China?

A. Mekong

B. Salween

C. Yangtze

D. Huang He

Answer: Option D

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The Huang He (Yellow River) is known as the 'River of Sorrows' in China because of its frequent and devastating floods caused by silt deposition.

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