Aruba Flashcards
What is the capital city of Aruba?
Oranjestad
Is Aruba part of the Caribbean?
True
What is the official language of Aruba?
Dutch
What currency is used in Aruba?
Aruban Florin
Fill in the blank: Aruba is known for its ____ beaches.
white sandy
Which ocean borders Aruba?
Caribbean Sea
True or False: Aruba is a part of the Netherlands.
True
What is the primary industry in Aruba?
Tourism
What is the population of Aruba approximately?
110,000
Which natural feature is Aruba famous for?
Divi Divi tree
What is the time zone of Aruba?
Atlantic Standard Time
What is the main festival celebrated in Aruba?
Carnival
True or False: Aruba has a tropical rainforest climate.
False
What is the highest point in Aruba?
Mount Jamanota
Fill in the blank: Aruba’s national bird is the ____.
Burrowing Owl
Which country did Aruba gain autonomy from in 1986?
The Netherlands Antilles
What is the main sport played in Aruba?
Baseball
What is the main form of transportation on the island?
Car rental
True or False: Aruba is known for its rainforests.
False
What is a popular dish in Aruba?
Keshi Yena
What is the primary source of fresh water in Aruba?
Desalination
Fill in the blank: Aruba is located about ____ miles north of Venezuela.
15
What type of climate does Aruba have?
Semi-arid
What is the legal voting age in Aruba?
18 years old
What is the name of the airport in Aruba?
Queen Beatrix International Airport
True or False: The island of Aruba is known for its coral reefs.
True
What is the main export product of Aruba?
Aloe Vera
Fill in the blank: The national anthem of Aruba is called ‘____’.
Aruba Dushi Tera
What is the main religious affiliation in Aruba?
Christianity
What is the average annual temperature in Aruba?
Around 82°F (28°C)
What is the name of the popular natural pool in Aruba?
Conchi
True or False: Aruba has no native species of plants.
False
What is the main environmental concern for Aruba?
Coastal erosion
What is the predominant religion in Aruba?
Roman Catholicism
Fill in the blank: The island’s economy is heavily reliant on ____.
tourism
What type of wildlife can be found on Aruba?
Lizards, birds, and marine life
What is the popular beach destination in Aruba known for water sports?
Palm Beach
What is the name of the annual event that features local music and dance?
Aruba Carnival
True or False: Aruba is home to several shipwrecks popular with divers.
True
What is the primary language spoken at home in Aruba?
Papiamento
What is the main agricultural product of Aruba?
Aloe vera
Fill in the blank: The island of Aruba is approximately ____ square miles.
69
What is the name of the famous lighthouse in Aruba?
California Lighthouse
True or False: Aruba has a tropical climate with heavy rainfall.
False
What is the predominant type of vegetation in Aruba?
Cacti and succulents
What is a traditional Aruban drink?
Aruba Ariba
What is the primary purpose of the Arikok National Park?
To protect natural and cultural resources
Fill in the blank: The island’s economy is bolstered by ____.
cruise tourism
What is the most famous festival in Aruba?
Carnival