<span>C. It strengthened ties with Western Europe in opposition to the Soviets.</span>
Explanation:
400 meters: the 400 meter dash is considered the toughest sprint you can do in track. This event is sprinting one full lap around the track, typically competing against a max amount of 5 other people. This is the last of the sprinting events. 800 meters: the 800 meter run is the shortest run someone can compete.
Dutch Protestants in the north gained their independence from Spain