Learn about Aruba

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Learn about Aruba

• By Alexandra McNamara

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Aruba, One Happy Island

• The island of Aruba is located in the heart of
  the Southern Caribbean, 15 miles off the coast of
  Venezuela. It is 6 miles across, at its widest
  point, with an area of approximately 70 square
  miles.

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Arubas Climate

• Aruba has a dry climate and an arid,
  cactus-strewn landscape. This climate has helped
  tourism, as visitors to the island can expect
  warm, sunny weather nearly everyday. Aruba lies
  outside the hurricane belt and has moderate
  rainfall, about 16 inches per year. Among the
  most recognizable vegetation on the island is the
  Divi-Divi tree.

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Arubas History

• Aruba, which had been under the rule of several
  European countries since around 1500, is today
  part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, but
  functions independently. The Dutch influence on
  Aruba remains strong. In fact, Arubas
  international is named for the current Queen of
  the Netherlands, Queen Beatrix. Dutch and
  Papiamento are the two official languages.

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Arubas Economy

• At one time during the mid-20th century, oil
  processing was the dominant industry in Aruba.
  Today, that influence is minimal, as tourism is
  the chief economic driver on the island.
  Additionally, Arubas agriculture and
  manufacturing industries remain minimal.

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Quiz on Aruba
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Question 1

• Which South American country is closest to Aruba?
• Chile
• 2. Peru
• 3. Brazil
• 4. Venezuela

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Question 2

• Which of the following best describes Aruba?
• 1. Tropical island
• 2. Volcanic island
• 3. Desert island
• 4. Deserted island

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Question 3

• What are the two official languages of Aruba?
• Spanish and English
• Portuguese and Dutch
• German and French
• 4. Dutch and Papiamento

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Question 4

• What is the major industry in Aruba?
• Oil processing
• 2. Tourism
• Fishing
• 4. Agriculture

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Question 5

• Arubas airport is named after which Queen?
• Queen Elizabeth
• Queen Noor
• Queen Latifa
• 4. Queen Beatrix

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Question 6

• What is the most common type of tree found in
  Aruba?
• Olive tree
• Palm tree
• Divi-divi tree
• Maple tree

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Photo of Divi-divi tree

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