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The video discusses the historical and economic significance of Dutch islands near the Panama Canal. These islands have been part of the Netherlands Empire for over 300 years. Key locations like Kurosawa and Willumstad are highlighted as major oil distribution centers in the Americas.

What geographical feature is mentioned as being a few hours away by air from the Dutch islands?

• Panama Canal

• Caribbean Sea

• Atlantic Ocean

• Gulf of Mexico

How long have the Dutch islands been western outposts of the Great Netherlands Empire?

• 200 years

• 300 years

• 400 years

• 500 years

What is the significance of the islands mentioned in relation to the Great Netherlands Empire?

• They are trade centers

• They are military bases

• They are cultural hubs

• They are oil centers

Describe the relationship between Arroba and the New World as mentioned in the text.

• Economic

• Cultural

• Political

• None of the above

What are the names of the two greatest oil distributing centers in the Americas mentioned in the text?

• Arroba and Kurosawa

• Willumstad and Panama

• Kurosawa and Willumstad

• Arroba and Panama