Answer:

Explanation:
Let's analyze each answer choice.
A. Gulf of Mexico: to the <u>south </u>of North America
B. Pacific Ocean: to the <em>west </em>of North America
C. Atlantic Ocean: to the <em>east </em>of North America
D. Arctic Ocean: to the <em>north</em> of North America
Since we want to find the body of water south of North America, the Gulf of Mexico is the correct answer.
Answer: C
Explanation: these are some of the synonyms of permitted
allow
let
authorize
sanction
grant
grant someone the right
license
empower
enable
entitle
qualify
consent to
assent to
give one's consent/assent to
give one's blessing to
give someone/something the nod
acquiesce in
agree to
accede to
approve of
tolerate
countenance
suffer
brook
admit of
legalize
legitimatize
legitimate