Famous Dutch Individuals and Contributions

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Who is a famous Dutch scientist known for microbiology discoveries?
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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek is known for his discovery of microorganisms using microscopes.
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Which famous Dutch painter created the work 'The Starry Night'?
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Vincent van Gogh created 'The Starry Night'.
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Name the Dutch philosopher known for his work in rationalism.
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Baruch Spinoza is a Dutch philosopher known for his contributions to rationalism.
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Who was the Dutch artist that painted 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'?
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Johannes Vermeer painted 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'.
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What iconic Dutch political figure established the independence of the Dutch Republic?
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William of Orange played a key role in the Dutch fight for independence from Spain.
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Which Nobel Prize-winning Dutch author wrote the novel 'Max Havelaar'?
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Multatuli, the pen name of Eduard Douwes Dekker, wrote 'Max Havelaar'.
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Who is a famous Dutch architect known for contributions to modernist architecture?
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Rem Koolhaas is a renowned Dutch architect noted for modernist designs.
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Who is the 20th-century Dutch painter famous for abstract art and the De Stijl movement?
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Piet Mondrian is famous for his abstract art and contributions to the De Stijl movement.
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Which famous novel by a Dutch author details a young girl's experiences during the Holocaust?
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'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank details her experiences during the Holocaust.
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Who was the first Dutch astronaut to go to space?
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Wubbo Ockels was the first Dutch astronaut to go to space.
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What is Mata Hari known for historically?
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Mata Hari was a Dutch exotic dancer and courtesan who was executed for espionage during World War I.
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Which Dutch fashion designer is known for his avant-garde style?
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Iris van Herpen is known for her innovative, avant-garde fashion designs.
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Name a well-known Dutch explorer of the Arctic region.
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Willem Barentsz was a Dutch explorer known for his Arctic expeditions.
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Who was a prominent Dutch theologian and humanist during the Renaissance?
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Erasmus of Rotterdam was a leading Dutch humanist and theologian.
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Which Dutch footballer is considered one of the greatest players of his generation?
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Johan Cruyff is considered one of the greatest footballers of his generation.
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