How to navigate Charlotte
  • 1. What is the main airport serving Charlotte?
A) Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
B) Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
C) Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
D) Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)
  • 2. Which major interstate highways intersect in Charlotte?
A) I-81 and I-64
B) I-77 and I-85
C) I-26 and I-40
D) I-95 and I-40
  • 3. What is the name of Charlotte's light rail system?
A) The Comet
B) CityRail
C) The Rapid
D) LYNX
  • 4. Which major business district is located in Uptown Charlotte?
A) South End
B) Ballantyne
C) Financial District
D) NoDa
  • 5. What is the best way to get from the airport to Uptown Charlotte?
A) Walking
B) The CATS bus
C) LYNX Blue Line
D) Amtrak train
  • 6. What neighborhood is known for its arts and entertainment district?
A) Dilworth
B) NoDa
C) Elizabeth
D) Myers Park
  • 7. What is the name of the professional football team in Charlotte?
A) Charlotte Knights
B) Charlotte Hornets
C) Carolina Panthers
D) Charlotte Checkers
  • 8. What is the name of the NASCAR Hall of Fame located in Charlotte?
A) International Motorsports Hall of Fame
B) Auto Racing Hall of Fame
C) NASCAR Hall of Fame
D) Stock Car Hall of Fame
  • 9. Which area of Charlotte is known for its breweries?
A) Eastover
B) University City
C) Plaza Midwood
D) South End
  • 10. What is the name of the main public transportation provider in Charlotte?
A) Mecklenburg Transit
B) Charlotte Transportation Authority
C) Queen City Transit
D) CATS (Charlotte Area Transit System)
  • 11. If you're looking for upscale shopping, which area is a good choice?
A) Plaza Midwood
B) NODA
C) SouthPark
D) Wesley Heights
  • 12. What major university is located near Uptown Charlotte?
A) Wake Forest University
B) Duke University
C) Davidson College
D) UNC Charlotte
  • 13. What body of water is located near Charlotte and offers recreational activities?
A) Lake Norman
B) Mountain Island Lake
C) Lake Lure
D) Lake Wylie
  • 14. Which is a popular venue for concerts and events in Charlotte?
A) PNC Music Pavilion
B) The Mint Museum
C) Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
D) Discovery Place
  • 15. What is the major convention center located in Uptown Charlotte?
A) Bohemian Hall
B) Cabarrus Arena & Events Center
C) The Park Expo and Conference Center
D) Charlotte Convention Center
  • 16. Which Charlotte neighborhood is known for its historic bungalows?
A) Ballantyne
B) University City
C) Dilworth
D) South End
  • 17. What is the main north-south street running through Uptown Charlotte?
A) South Boulevard
B) Tryon Street
C) Providence Road
D) Independence Boulevard
  • 18. What is the name of the science museum located in Uptown Charlotte?
A) Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture
B) Discovery Place
C) The Mint Museum
D) Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
  • 19. If you're traveling by car, what should you be aware of regarding tolls?
A) Some express lanes are tolled
B) Tolls are only for out-of-state vehicles
C) All roads in Charlotte are tolled
D) There are no tolls in Charlotte
  • 20. What is the general direction of increasing street numbers in Charlotte?
A) Street numbers decrease moving away from Uptown.
B) Street numbers increase in the East and decrease in the West.
C) Street numbers have no relation to proximity to Uptown.
D) Street numbers generally increase moving away from Uptown.
  • 21. What is a popular green space located in Uptown Charlotte?
A) Wing Haven Garden and Bird Sanctuary
B) McAlpine Creek Park
C) Freedom Park
D) Romare Bearden Park
  • 22. Which highway provides access to the University area?
A) I-77
B) I-485
C) US-74
D) I-85
  • 23. What should you consider when planning travel during rush hour?
A) Expect heavy traffic and delays.
B) There is no rush hour in Charlotte.
C) Rush hour traffic is only bad in Uptown.
D) Rush hour is only bad on the weekends.
  • 24. Which of these is NOT a mode of public transportation in Charlotte?
A) Streetcar
B) Bus
C) Subway
D) Light Rail
  • 25. What is the bypass around Charlotte called?
A) I-277
B) I-485
C) I-85
D) I-77
  • 26. Which entertainment district is near the baseball stadium?
A) NODA
B) South End
C) Uptown
D) Plaza Midwood
  • 27. What's the best way to find information about traffic incidents?
A) Call 911.
B) Look for signs on the highway.
C) Use a navigation app (Google Maps, Waze).
D) Ask someone on the street.
  • 28. Which area in Charlotte is known for its international cuisine options?
A) Ballantyne
B) South Park
C) Central Avenue Corridor
D) Myers Park
  • 29. What's the best way to pay for public transportation in Charlotte?
A) Paying with cash on the light rail.
B) Riding for free.
C) Using the CATS-Pass App or a reloadable GoPass
D) Using a credit card on the bus.
  • 30. If you're looking for antique shops, which area might you explore?
A) SouthPark
B) Uptown
C) Plaza Midwood
D) Ballantyne
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