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What is the English term for 'el mar'?

  1. the ocean

  2. the lake

  3. the river

  4. the sea

The correct answer is: the sea

The English term for 'el mar' is 'the sea'. 'The ocean' is a synonym for 'the sea', but 'the lake' and 'the river' are incorrect as they are different bodies of water with different characteristics. 'The sea' is the most appropriate choice in this context as it refers to a large body of salt water that is connected to an ocean.