How to visit Rochester
  • 1. What is Rochester, NY best known for?
A) Its proximity to New York City
B) Its beaches
C) Being the home of Eastman Kodak
D) Its professional sports teams
  • 2. Which Great Lake is Rochester located on?
A) Lake Huron
B) Lake Erie
C) Lake Michigan
D) Lake Ontario
  • 3. What is the name of the major river that flows through Rochester?
A) Niagara River
B) Hudson River
C) Genesee River
D) Mississippi River
  • 4. Which famous waterfall is located within the city of Rochester?
A) High Falls
B) Niagara Falls
C) Taughannock Falls
D) Ithaca Falls
  • 5. The Strong National Museum of Play is primarily aimed at what audience?
A) Senior citizens
B) Art historians
C) College students
D) Children and families
  • 6. What type of performance venue is the Eastman Theatre?
A) Sports arena
B) Movie theater
C) Opera house
D) Concert hall
  • 7. Which of these is NOT a popular Rochester neighborhood?
A) Corn Hill
B) Park Avenue
C) South Wedge
D) Manhattan Square
  • 8. What type of cuisine is Highland Park Diner known for?
A) Authentic Italian pasta
B) Spicy Thai dishes
C) Fine French cuisine
D) Classic American diner food
  • 9. What is the George Eastman Museum dedicated to?
A) Ancient history
B) Modern art
C) Natural science
D) Photography and film
  • 10. What is the name of the annual Rochester jazz festival?
A) Park Ave Fest
B) Lilac Festival
C) Rochester Music Festival
D) Rochester International Jazz Festival
  • 11. What is the Lilac Festival famous for?
A) Displays of roses
B) Displays of tulips
C) Displays of lilacs
D) Displays of daffodils
  • 12. What is the approximate driving time from Rochester to Niagara Falls?
A) About 5 hours
B) About 1.5 hours
C) About 3 hours
D) About 30 minutes
  • 13. What is the closest major airport to Rochester?
A) Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
B) Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
C) Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
D) John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
  • 14. Which sporting event is held annually at Oak Hill Country Club?
A) Horse races
B) Tennis tournaments
C) Major golf championships
D) Cycling competitions
  • 15. What is a typical Rochester 'garbage plate'?
A) A gourmet dessert platter
B) A healthy salad with local vegetables
C) A collection of leftover food items
D) A dish with various meats, macaroni salad, home fries, and sauce
  • 16. Which of these is a Rochester-based brewery?
A) Dogfish Head Brewery
B) Genesee Brewing Company
C) Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
D) Boston Beer Company
  • 17. Which art museum is located within the Memorial Art Gallery?
A) The Memorial Art Gallery
B) The Uffizi Gallery
C) The Metropolitan Museum of Art
D) The Louvre
  • 18. What is the best way to get around Rochester if you don't have a car?
A) Hitchhiking
B) Bicycle only
C) Walking everywhere
D) Public transportation or ride-sharing services
  • 19. What is the general climate in Rochester?
A) Four distinct seasons with cold winters
B) Mild climate year-round
C) Desert climate
D) Tropical climate
  • 20. What is the nickname for the Rochester Red Wings, the city's minor league baseball team?
A) The Eagles
B) The Stars
C) The Wings
D) The Rockets
  • 21. Which university is a major institution in Rochester?
A) University of Rochester
B) Cornell University
C) Syracuse University
D) Columbia University
  • 22. What is the name of the canal that played a vital role in Rochester's early development?
A) Welland Canal
B) Suez Canal
C) Erie Canal
D) Panama Canal
  • 23. What type of fish is commonly caught in Lake Ontario near Rochester?
A) Shark
B) Piranha
C) Salmon and trout
D) Goldfish
  • 24. Where can you find a planetarium in Rochester?
A) Memorial Art Gallery
B) George Eastman Museum
C) Rochester Museum & Science Center
D) The Strong Museum
  • 25. What is one of the best things to do in Rochester during the winter?
A) Attend outdoor concerts
B) Visit ice skating rinks
C) Go swimming in the lake
D) Visit the beach
  • 26. What is the name of the park located near the University of Rochester?
A) Seneca Park
B) Cobbs Hill Park
C) Highland Park
D) Genesee Valley Park
  • 27. Which famous abolitionist is buried in Mount Hope Cemetery in Rochester?
A) Sojourner Truth
B) Harriet Tubman
C) Abraham Lincoln
D) Frederick Douglass
  • 28. What type of show can you expect at the Rochester Fringe Festival?
A) Just comedy
B) Only music
C) Only plays
D) Variety of arts performances
  • 29. What is the Seneca Park Zoo known for?
A) Reptile collection
B) Diverse animal collection
C) Insect collection
D) Aquatic exhibits
  • 30. What makes visiting in the summer months appealing?
A) Fewer tourists
B) Snow sports
C) Outdoor festivals and events
D) Lower hotel costs
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