How to navigate Vancouver - Test
  • 1. What is TransLink?
A) A popular coffee shop chain
B) Vancouver's regional transportation authority
C) A type of hiking boot
D) A local newspaper
  • 2. What is the SeaBus?
A) A boat tour of Stanley Park
B) A bus that runs along the beach
C) A passenger ferry connecting downtown Vancouver to North Vancouver
D) A type of seafood restaurant
  • 3. Which of these is NOT a SkyTrain line?
A) The Millennium Line
B) The Expo Line
C) The Fraser Line
D) The Canada Line
  • 4. What compass direction does the Expo Line primarily run?
A) Northeast-Southwest
B) North-South
C) East-West
D) Southeast-Northwest
  • 5. What is required to ride public transit in Vancouver?
A) A written invitation
B) Proof of residency
C) A valid driver's license
D) A valid fare (Compass Card, ticket, or tap-to-pay)
  • 6. Where can you purchase a Compass Card?
A) Grocery stores only
B) Compass Vending Machines, London Drugs, and online
C) Libraries only
D) Gas stations only
  • 7. What is the best way to plan a route using public transit?
A) Use the TransLink Trip Planner online or in the app
B) Follow your instincts
C) Ask a random stranger
D) Consult a map from the 1980s
  • 8. What is a 'Fare Zone'?
A) Areas reserved for buses only
B) Areas that determine transit fare prices
C) Designated areas for skateboarding
D) Special zones where dogs are allowed on transit
  • 9. What bridge connects Vancouver to North Vancouver besides the SeaBus?
A) London Bridge
B) Brooklyn Bridge
C) Golden Gate Bridge
D) Lions Gate Bridge
  • 10. Which park is easily accessible by public transit and located near downtown?
A) Yoho National Park
B) Jasper National Park
C) Banff National Park
D) Stanley Park
  • 11. What is the name of Vancouver's main airport?
A) Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
B) Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
C) Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
D) Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
  • 12. How can you get from YVR to downtown Vancouver using public transit?
A) Expo Line
B) Canada Line
C) Millennium Line
D) SeaBus
  • 13. What is Car2Go (Evo) and Modo?
A) Bike rental companies
B) Ferry services
C) Taxi companies
D) Car sharing services
  • 14. What is a common walking/biking route along the water in Vancouver?
A) The Seawall
B) The Highway
C) The Railtrack
D) The Sidewalk
  • 15. Which area of Vancouver is known for its historical buildings and cobblestone streets?
A) Gastown
B) Kitsilano
C) Yaletown
D) Metrotown
  • 16. What is the name of the large public market located on Granville Island?
A) Metrotown Marketplace
B) Gastown Farmer's Market
C) Lonsdale Quay Market
D) Granville Island Public Market
  • 17. What is one of Vancouver's most popular beaches?
A) Kitsilano Beach
B) Edmonton Beach
C) Winnipeg Beach
D) Calgary Beach
  • 18. Which mountain is a popular hiking destination with views of Vancouver?
A) Grouse Mountain
B) Mount Everest
C) Mount Fuji
D) Mount Rainier
  • 19. How often do buses typically run during peak hours?
A) Every day
B) Every 10-15 minutes
C) Never
D) Every hour
  • 20. What is the best way to find a bike route in Vancouver?
A) Follow the birds
B) Use the TransLink cycling map or Google Maps
C) Ride on the highway
D) Ask a taxi driver
  • 21. Which neighbourhood is known for its vibrant Vietnamese community?
A) West Point Grey
B) Strathcona
C) Coal Harbour
D) Shaughnessy
  • 22. What is the name of Vancouver's main train station for long-distance travel?
A) Pacific Central Station
B) Grand Central Terminal
C) King's Cross Station
D) Union Station
  • 23. What does 'Compass Tap In, Tap Out' mean?
A) A type of dance
B) Secret handshake for Translink workers
C) Tap your Compass card when you enter and exit transit
D) A compass repair service
  • 24. What is the name of the central bus loop located downtown?
A) Georgia Street
B) Granville Street
C) Howe Street
D) Burrard Street
  • 25. What is the quickest way to cross False Creek without driving?
A) Aquabus or False Creek Ferries
B) Hitchhiking on a sailboat
C) Walking around the entire perimeter
D) Swimming
  • 26. Which festival takes place annually in Vancouver and can affect traffic and transit?
A) Coachella
B) Oktoberfest
C) Celebration of Light
D) Burning Man
  • 27. What should you do if the SkyTrain is experiencing a delay?
A) Check TransLink alerts for updates and alternative routes
B) Panic and start screaming
C) Start a dance party
D) Climb onto the tracks and walk
  • 28. What is the general direction that street numbers increase from downtown?
A) Upwards
B) East and South
C) Downwards
D) West and North
  • 29. What is the best way to avoid traffic congestion during rush hour?
A) Drive faster
B) Teleport
C) Use public transit or bike
D) Close your eyes and hope for the best
  • 30. What is the name of the area near the University of British Columbia?
A) Richmond
B) Metrotown
C) Point Grey
D) Yaletown
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