The English Channel is the body of water between England (Great Britain) and France, it is connected to the Atlantic Ocean.
Being a body of water, it can't be a water way - so the answer b) is false.
In fact, from the description above you know that the answer a. an extension of the Atlantic Ocean between England and France is true.
Many factors have contributed to increase in life expectancy. Examples such as medical advancements in modern medicine, less wars being fought, improvement in sanitation, eating a healthy diet, a overall healthier lifestyle (for example, people don’t smoke cigarettes as much as the olden days) and easier access to education.
ep·och - noun
a period of time in history or a person's life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.
"the Victorian epoch"
<span>B. protecting people's rights</span>