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Question

Which of the following periods has generally been considered to be the 'Little Ice Age'?

  1. 730 A.D. - 850 A.D.
  2. 950 A.D. - 1250 A.D.
  3. 1650 A.D. - 1870 A.D.
  4. 8000 to 10,000 years B.P. (Before Present)

Answer:

Option C: 1650 A.D. - 1870 A.D.

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “1650 A.D. - 1870 A.D.”.

The 'Little Ice Age' is generally associated with the period 1650 A.D. - 1870 A.D. It was characterized by cooler temperatures compared to the preceding and following centuries.